beginning
nounUK /bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/
US /bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/
The beginning is the first part of something, when it starts.
The beginning of the story was very exciting.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The point in time or space at which something starts.
We waited at the beginning of the line.
3. The first part or early stage of a process or event.
The beginning of the movie was slow.
4. A person's first involvement in a particular activity or career.
These photos show the beginnings of her career.