begin knitting

[bɪˈɡɪn ˈnɪtɪŋ]
verb phrase
começar a tricotar
1. to start the activity of making fabric or garments using needles and yarn
She decided to begin knitting after watching an online tutorial.
Ela decidiu começar a tricotar depois de assistir a um tutorial online.
2. to initiate the first stitches or rows of a knitting project
Before you begin knitting, make sure to cast on the correct number of stitches.
Antes de começar a tricotar, certifique-se de montar o número correto de pontos.
Knitting has experienced a revival in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly among younger generations interested in handicrafts and sustainable practices. In Brazil, knitting is often seen as a traditional, meditative hobby, while in the USA it has become associated with mindfulness and eco-conscious fashion.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
start knittingcommence knittingtake up knitting
Antonyms / Antônimos
stop knittingfinish knittingcease knitting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
começar a tricotar
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
começar a tricotar
standard usage, same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
começar a tricotar
standard usage, may also hear 'iniciar a tricotar' in formal contexts
Portugal
começar a tricotar
Portuguese speakers may also use 'principiar a tricotar' in more formal or literary contexts

Related Words

cast onstitchyarnneedleknitting patternhandicraft

Related Idioms & Phrases

pick up knitting
take to knitting
knit one's way
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