Today’s phrasal verb is perfect for the new year – kick off. When you kick off something, it means you start it in an energetic or official way. We use kick of for events, projects, meetings, and even new habits or goals.
Like, my friend Emma kicked of2026 by joining a new gym.
A lot of companies kick off events with a big team meeting.
And me? I’m kicking off the new year with a fresh batch of English lesson podcasts like this one.
And here’s a pronunciation tip: kick off sounds like kik-koff. The K at the end of kick links with off. That makes the sound smooth.
So how about you? How are you kicking off the new year? Maybe with a new hobby, a new routine, or a new goal for learning English?
FAQ
Question: What does KICK OFF mean?
Answer: We use kick off to mean begin an event.
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