English Expression · Intermediate
head start
A factor conducive to superiority and success
Pronunciation: say head start
Meaning
A factor conducive to superiority and success.
Example
Fred gave his younger brother a five-minute head start in the Easter egg hunt.
Fred gave his younger brother a five-minute head start in the Easter egg hunt.
Practice tips
- Practice head start out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.