hefjast

hefjast

To begin; to commence.

Here, 'hefjast' is used in the sense of 'begin' or 'start' to denote the commencement of classes.

Kennslustundir hefjast klukkan átta.

Classes begin at eight o'clock.

In this sentence, 'hefjast' indicates the initiation of the meeting contingent upon a condition, signifying a planned start.

Fundurinn mun hefjast þegar allir eru komnir.

The meeting will begin when everyone has arrived.

Here, 'hefjast' metaphorically refers to the start of a new period or phase, often used in a figurative context.

Þrátt fyrir erfiðleikana, hefst nýr kafli í lífi hans.

Despite the difficulties, a new chapter in his life begins.