# commencing

Pronunciation: say "kuh-MENS-ing" US/UK /kəˈmɛnsɪŋ/, AUS /kəˈmensɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle of commence. — present participle and gerund of commence
   - Simple: Present participle of commence. Use this form for something that is starting now or about to start.
   - _The ceremony is commencing shortly, so please take your seats._
   - _Commencing negotiations early gave both sides more time to prepare._

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