start studying

[stɑrt ˈstʌdiɪŋ]
verb phrase
começar a estudar
1. to begin the process of learning or preparing academically for a subject, exam, or course
I need to start studying for my final exam next week.
Preciso começar a estudar para meu exame final na próxima semana.
2. to commence dedicating time and effort to academic work
When did you start studying medicine?
Quando você começou a estudar medicina?
3. to initiate a study session or learning period
Let's start studying now so we can finish before dinner.
Vamos começar a estudar agora para terminarmos antes do jantar.
In both Brazilian and American educational contexts, 'start studying' is commonly used among students of all ages. In Brazil, it's frequently paired with time expressions like 'começar a estudar agora' (start studying now) or 'começar a estudar para o vestibular' (start studying for college entrance exams). The phrase reflects the importance placed on academic preparation in both cultures.
NYC Slang
crack the books, hit the books, get to work
Synonyms / Sinônimos
begin studyingcommence studyingembark on studyingundertake studying
Antonyms / Antônimos
stop studyingcease studyingquit studyingfinish studying

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
começar a estudar
Most common and widely understood throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
começar a estudar
Standard usage with occasional colloquial variations
São Paulo
começar a estudar
Standard formal and informal usage
Portugal
começar a estudar
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; can also use 'pôr-se a estudar' in more formal contexts

Related Words

studylearningpreparationacademic workexam preparationcoursework

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the books
crack down on studying
buckle down and study
get one's nose in a book
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