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Initialphase
/ɪˈniːt͡si̯alfaːzə/
initial phase
Die Initialphase des Projekts war besonders intensiv.
The initial phase of the project was particularly intense.
formal
The beginning stage of a process, project, or activity.
In der Initialphase des Experiments wurden alle Variablen kontrolliert.
In the initial phase of the experiment, all variables were controlled.
Die Initialphase der Verhandlungen verlief vielversprechend.
The initial phase of the negotiations went promisingly.
Often used in technical, business, or academic contexts to describe the early stages of development or execution.
Collocations
Initialphase eines Projektsinitial phase of a projectin der Initialphasein the initial phaseInitialphase der Verhandlungeninitial phase of negotiations
Pro Tip
Avoid redundancy
Do not pair 'Initialphase' with 'erster' (first) or 'beginnend' (beginning) as it already implies the start. For example, say 'die Initialphase' instead of 'die erste Initialphase'.
Gold Rule
Formal register
Reserve 'Initialphase' for written or formal spoken contexts. In casual conversation, prefer 'Anfang' (beginning) or 'Start' (start).
Word Origin
From Latin 'initialis' (relating to the beginning) + German 'Phase' (phase). The term entered German via scientific and technical jargon in the 19th century.
Usage Notes
Used primarily in formal contexts such as academic writing, project management, or technical reports. Avoid informal contexts where simpler terms like 'Anfang' (beginning) or 'Start' (start) would suffice.
Word Breakdown
Initial-
relating to the beginning
prefix-phase
stage or period
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