nuevos comienzos
/nwebos komjenθos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "new beginnings" is translated into Spanish as nuevos comienzos.
The phrase refers to the start of a new chapter or a fresh start in one's life.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the adjective nuevos (new, masculine plural) and the noun comienzos (beginnings, masculine plural).
Which one should you use?
The phrase nuevos inicios can be used as a synonym for nuevos comienzos.
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to a single "new beginning", use the singular form nuevo comienzo.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, a 'new beginning' is often symbolized by the phrase borrón y cuenta nueva, which literally translates to 'a smudge and a new account'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, nuevos comienzos are celebrated during the Twelve Grapes tradition on New Year's Eve, where each grape represents a wish for the coming year.
- While comienzos is common, you might hear the word arranque used to describe a 'new beginning' that is sudden or forceful, like the 'start' of an engine or a sudden burst of energy.
Examples in context
- Me complace anunciar que nuestra empresa está experimentando un nuevo comienzo y una renovación en nuestra estrategia de negocios.I am pleased to announce that our company is experiencing a new beginning and a renewal in our business strategy.
- ¡Estoy emocionado de tener un nuevo comienzo en mi vida! Voy a empezar a estudiar algo que siempre he deseado.I am excited to have a new beginning in my life! I am going to start studying something I have always wanted.
- Deseo que este año traiga nuevos comienzos para ti.I wish that this year brings new beginnings for you.
- A veces necesitamos nuevos comienzos.Sometimes we need new beginnings.
- Ella busca nuevos comienzos en otra ciudad.She is looking for new beginnings in another city.
- Brindo por los nuevos comienzos y la felicidad.I toast to new beginnings and happiness.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are talking about starting new jobs.
- LucíaEstoy nerviosa por mi primer día.I am nervous about my first day.
- JavierNo te preocupes, Lucía.Don't worry, Lucía.
- LucíaTienes razón, son nuevos comienzos.You're right, these are new beginnings.
- JavierExacto, todo saldrá muy bien.Exactly, everything will go very well.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
