Begunnen

Begunnen is a Dutch verb that translates to "begun" or "started" in English. It is the past participle of the verb "beginnen." The verb "beginnen" itself means to commence, initiate, or start an action, process, or event. Therefore, "begunnen" indicates that something has been set in motion or has already commenced.

For example, in a sentence like "Het werk is al begunnen," it means "The work has already begun." The use of "begunnen" implies that the action or event is no longer in its initial phase but has progressed beyond the starting point. It is a common verb in Dutch, used in various contexts to describe the initiation of activities, projects, or phenomena.

The conjugation of "beginnen" follows irregular patterns, with "begunnen" being its past participle form. Other forms include the present tense "begin," the past tense "begon," and the present participle "beginnend." Understanding these forms is crucial for proper usage in Dutch grammar. "Begunnen" is often used in conjunction with auxiliary verbs like "hebben" (to have) to form the perfect tenses, signifying a completed action in the past.