Embarked: meaning, definitions and examples

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embarked

 

[ ษชmหˆbษ‘หrked ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

journey, beginning

To embark means to begin a journey, especially on a ship or an aircraft. It refers to the action of boarding a vessel or aircraft prepared for travel. This term is often used in the context of sea voyages, indicating the moment passengers or crew get on board. Additionally, embark can also be used metaphorically to describe starting any significant project or endeavor.

Synonyms

begin, board, commence, start

Examples of usage

  • They embarked on a voyage across the Atlantic.
  • She has decided to embark on a new career.
  • The soldiers embarked for their mission at dawn.

Translations

Translations of the word "embarked" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น embarcou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅเคฐเฅ‚ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช eingestiegen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berangkat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะนะฝัะฒัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wsiadล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไน—่ˆนใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท embarquรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ embarcado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bindi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒ‘์Šนํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูƒุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nastoupil

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nastรบpil

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็™ป่ˆนไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vkrcal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรณr um borรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบาฏัˆ ัะฐะปะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒ›แƒแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gษ™ldi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ embarcar

Etymology

The word 'embark' originates from the Middle French 'embarquer', which means to put on board a ship. This French term itself is derived from the prefix 'em-' denoting 'in' or 'on', and 'barque', a type of small ship or boat. The usage of 'embark' dates back to the early 15th century, primarily used in the maritime context. As sea travel was crucial for trade and exploration during this period, the term was essential in describing the action of getting on a vessel. Over time, 'embark' has evolved to also encompass the idea of starting any significant undertaking, broadening its application to various fields such as projects, journeys, and adventures. This semantic expansion reflects changes in societal contexts where embarking on new ventures became commonplace beyond mere physical travel.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,224 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.