はじめる

はじめる (始める) is a transitive verb meaning 'to start' or 'to begin.' It is used to indicate the commencement of an action, whether it be a physical activity, a process, or even a mental action. The focus is on the act of beginning something rather than the action itself.

In Japanese, はじめる can be used in various contexts:

• When you start doing a new habit or routine, like exercising or studying.
• In the context of initiating projects or tasks, such as a new job or hobby.
• Expressing the beginning of seasons, events, or experiences.

Note that it is often followed by nouns or verbs in their stem forms. Also, はじめる is often used in conjunction with other grammatical structures to describe intentions or plans.