How to Pronounce "commence with"
expression
kəˈmɛns/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
kuh-MENS with
kəmˈɛns/ /wˈɪð
kuh-MENS with
Definition
To start something by first doing a particular thing or including a certain part. Often used in formal or written contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈmɛns/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
British English
kəmˈɛns/ /wˈɪð
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-MENS with
UK
kuh-MENS with
Listen in Context
The ceremony will commence with a short speech.
Students should commence with chapter one.
Please commence with the test when you are ready.
The meeting will commence with a review of last month's results.