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start of life

[/stɑrt əv laɪf/]
noun phrase
início da vida
1. The beginning or commencement of life, typically referring to birth or conception
The start of life is a miraculous biological process.
O início da vida é um processo biológico milagroso.
2. The early stages of human development and existence
Proper nutrition during the start of life is crucial for development.
A nutrição adequada no início da vida é crucial para o desenvolvimento.
3. The beginning of one's personal journey or existence
At the start of life, we are filled with endless possibilities.
No início da vida, estamos cheios de possibilidades infinitas.
Synonyms
beginning of lifecommencement of lifebirthorigin of life
Antonyms
end of lifedeathdemise

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
início da vida
most common usage
São Paulo
princípio da vida
alternative formal usage
Portugal
início da vida
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

a new lease on life
from the cradle to the grave
the circle of life
walking on thin ice at the start of life
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