Hebrew · Common Verbs
lehatchil
To begin
To start doing something.
אני מתחיל לעבוד בשמונה.
I start working at eight.
The verb 'להתחיל' (lehatchil) derives from the root 'התחל' (H-T-Ch-L), meaning to begin or commence. The prefix 'ל' indicates the infinitive form, reflecting its function as a starting point in various contexts.
'להתחיל' is used in both spoken and written Hebrew, often in formal settings such as education or official discourse, as well as everyday conversation. It is universally recognized across different regions of Israel.