Which is correct:
"with what to begin?" or "what to begin?"?

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with what to begin?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in formal contexts to emphasize starting with something specific.

This phrase is used when you want to emphasize the action of beginning with a particular thing or step. It is more formal and structured.

Examples:

  • With what to begin this project?
  • With what to begin the investigation?
  • With what to begin the journey?

Alternatives:

  • What should we start with?
  • What is the first step?
  • What is the initial task?
  • What is the starting point?
  • What comes first?

what to begin?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in casual contexts to ask about what to start without emphasizing a specific starting point.

This phrase is more casual and direct, used when asking about what to start without focusing on a particular starting point or step.

Examples:

  • What to begin with?
  • What to begin the day with?
  • What to begin the meeting with?

Alternatives:

  • What should we start?
  • What do we begin?
  • Where do we start?
  • What is the first task?
  • What comes first?
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'With what to begin?' is more formal and emphasizes the action of beginning with something specific. 'What to begin?' is a more casual and direct way of asking what to start.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

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