Meaning
To begin one's job or work activities.
Cultural Background
In Brazil, 'trabalhar' is often replaced by 'trampar' in slang, but 'começar a trabalhar' remains standard. Professionalism is highly valued; using the standard form is always preferred in office settings. The phrase is used similarly, often in formal business settings.
Preposition Power
Always remember the 'a' after 'começar'. It is the bridge to your action!
Meaning
To begin one's job or work activities.
Preposition Power
Always remember the 'a' after 'começar'. It is the bridge to your action!
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing preposition.
Eu preciso começar ___ trabalhar.
The verb 'começar' requires the preposition 'a' before an infinitive.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesEu preciso começar ___ trabalhar.
The verb 'começar' requires the preposition 'a' before an infinitive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsUsually no. Use 'começar a praticar' for hobbies.
Related Phrases
Mãos à obra
synonymLet's get to work
Iniciar o expediente
similarStart the shift
