Greek · Common Verbs
αρχίζω
archízo
To begin
Beginnerverb
Definition
To start doing something.
Example
Αρχίζω δουλειά στις οκτώ.
I start work at eight.
Etymology
'Αρχίζω' (archízo) comes from the ancient Greek 'ἀρχίζω', which means 'to begin' and shares roots with the word 'ἀρχή' (archē), meaning 'beginning' or 'origin'.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used in both spoken and written forms, 'αρχίζω' is an informal term applicable in everyday settings and academic contexts alike.
Literary Heritage
It appears in various literary works, often as a transitional phrase marking the inception of a narrative or dialogue.