start on
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start on
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (to begin)
a. empezar
We started on cleaning the house yesterday because my parents are visiting on Saturday.Empezamos a limpiar la casa ayer porque mis padres van a visitar el sábado.
b. empezar con
It's getting late. I need to start on my homework.Se está haciendo tarde. Necesito empezar con mi tarea.
c. ponerse a
I'm getting hungry. I'm going to start on cooking.Me está entrando hambre. Voy a ponerme a cocinar.
2. (to scold)
a. regañar
Vicki stayed out late, and her mom started on her as soon as she got home.Vicki salió hasta tarde y su mamá la regañó en cuanto llegó a casa.
b. meterse con
Don't start on me. I'm not in the mood to argue.No te metas conmigo. No tengo ganas de discutir.
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