This is the 465th most frequent Portuguese word.
começa
"Begins" or "starts."
Used to indicate the start time of an action or event.
O filme começa às 8 horas.
The movie starts at 8 o'clock.
Used to indicate the initiation of an ongoing or planned activity.
Ele começa a estudar para os exames hoje.
He starts studying for the exams today.
Used to describe the manner in which an event is inaugurated.