Kick-off
kickoff
das erste Auftakttreffen zu einem Projekt
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Kick-off with English translation
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Kick-off belongs to the topic "Calls and Meetings". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
Kick-off synonyms
What's the difference between Kick-off / Auftakt / Beginn / Start / Abschuss / Absprung
Means the opening part of an event or process; often sounds slightly more formal or ceremonious than plain “start.”
The most general word for “beginning”; neutral and usable in almost any situation where something starts.
A common neutral word for the beginning of an action, process, or event; often feels simpler and more everyday than “Auftakt.”
Literally means “shooting down” or “shot”; it does not normally fit meetings or events, so it is generally not a real synonym of “kickoff” in this context.
Means a jump or the moment of pushing off and leaving/jumping; it is not natural for describing the start of a meeting.
Means the official opening or launch of something, often with ceremony; sounds more formal than “Start.”
In sports, especially football, it means the start of the game; in general language it can also mean an impulse or trigger, but not a regular meeting.
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How to pronounce Kick-off and what this word means
Kick-off means kickoff. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Kick-off
[ˈkɪk ˌɔf]
Kick-off translation
kickoff
Kick-off examples
Unser Kick-off ist am Montag um zehn Uhr.
Kick-off transcription
[ˈkɪk ˌɔf]
Questions about this word
Kick-off meaning: what does it mean?
das erste Auftakttreffen zu einem Projekt
Kick-off pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Kick-off is pronounced as [ˈkɪk ˌɔf]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Kick-off definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Unser Kick-off ist am Montag um zehn Uhr. Translation: Наше стартовое совещание в понедельник в десять часов.
Is Kick-off part of Calls and Meetings vocabulary?
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Is Kick-off part of Professional English vocabulary?
Yes, Kick-off (kickoff) can be learned in the Professional English topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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