Initiate in Tagalog

Initiate in Tagalog primarily translates to “magsimula” or “simulan,” meaning to start, begin, or set something in motion. This verb describes the act of commencing an action, process, or introducing someone to a new experience, organization, or field of knowledge.

Understanding “initiate” helps Filipino learners distinguish between simply starting something and formally beginning an important process, ceremony, or introducing someone into a group. Let’s explore its comprehensive meanings and contextual usage.

[Words] = Initiate

[Definition]:

• Initiate /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/
• Verb 1: To cause a process or action to begin; to start or set in motion.
• Verb 2: To admit someone into a society, group, or organization, often through a formal ceremony.
• Verb 3: To introduce someone to a new activity, skill, or area of knowledge for the first time.

[Synonyms] = Magsimula, Simulan, Umpisahan, Maumpisa, Maglunsad, Ilunsad, Mag-umpisa, Magpasimula, Pasimulan, Ipasok (sa grupo)

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The company plans to initiate a new training program for all employees next month.
Ex1_PH: Ang kumpanya ay plano na magsimula ng bagong training program para sa lahat ng empleyado sa susunod na buwan.

Ex2_EN: The president will initiate peace talks between the two conflicting nations.
Ex2_PH: Ang presidente ay magsisimula ng peace talks sa pagitan ng dalawang magkasalungat na bansa.

Ex3_EN: They held a special ceremony to initiate new members into the fraternity.
Ex3_PH: Nagsagawa sila ng espesyal na seremonya upang ipasok ang mga bagong miyembro sa fraternity.

Ex4_EN: Her older brother helped initiate her into the world of classical music.
Ex4_PH: Ang kanyang kuya ay tumulong na ipakilala siya sa mundo ng classical music.

Ex5_EN: The hospital will initiate emergency procedures if the patient’s condition worsens.
Ex5_PH: Ang ospital ay magsisimula ng emergency procedures kung ang kondisyon ng pasyente ay lumala.