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  4. begin counting

begin counting

/bɪˈɡɪn ˈkaʊntɪŋ/
start counting

The teacher told the students to begin counting from one.

The teacher instructed the students to start counting numbers sequentially.


general

To start the process of counting numbers or items.

We need to begin counting the votes to determine the winner.

We must start counting the votes to find out who won.

Begin counting the seconds until the fireworks start.

Start counting the seconds until the fireworks begin.

This phrase is commonly used in instructions or directions where counting is required.

Collocations

begin counting fromto start counting starting at a specific numberbegin counting downto start counting backward from a number

Synonyms

start countingcommence countinginitiate counting

Antonyms

stop countinghalt countingend counting

Related Phrases

count downphrase
to count backward from a number
count upphrase
to count forward from a number

Pro Tip

Usage in Instructions

This phrase is often used in giving instructions or directions where counting is necessary.

Gold Rule

Clarity in Context

Ensure the starting point for counting is clear when using this phrase to avoid confusion.

Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'begin' meaning to start and 'counting' meaning the act of enumerating.

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in contexts where a specific starting point for counting is needed, such as in games, instructions, or official procedures.

Word Breakdown

begin
to start
root
+
counting
the act of enumerating
root
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