From this starting point
Argumentation and critical discussion expression
Use this to anchor your argument to a specific fact before moving to your next big idea.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Sets a clear foundation for your next logical step.
- Best for professional meetings, essays, or serious discussions.
- Signals that you are moving from a known fact to a conclusion.
معنی
This phrase marks a specific idea or fact as the base for your logic. It is like planting a flag in the ground before you start building your argument.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6In a business strategy meeting
We know our customers want faster shipping. From this starting point, we can redesign our entire warehouse flow.
We know our customers want faster shipping. Based on this fact, we can redesign our warehouse.
Discussing a relationship issue
We both agree that we need more quality time. From this starting point, let's look at our calendars for next month.
Since we agree on needing time, let's check our schedules.
Writing an academic essay
The study assumes that carbon levels are rising. From this starting point, the author explores three potential solutions.
Based on the rising carbon levels, the author looks at three solutions.
زمینه فرهنگی
This expression reflects the Western philosophical preference for 'linear' argumentation. It treats ideas as physical locations or building blocks. It became particularly popular in corporate 'consultant-speak' during the late 20th century to signal strategic thinking.
The 'Agreement' Trick
Always make sure your audience actually agrees with your 'starting point' first. If they don't, the rest of your argument will fall flat!
Don't Overuse It
Using this more than twice in a ten-minute speech makes you sound like a philosophy professor. Use it only for your most important transitions.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Sets a clear foundation for your next logical step.
- Best for professional meetings, essays, or serious discussions.
- Signals that you are moving from a known fact to a conclusion.
What It Means
Think of from this starting point as the foundation of a house. You are telling your listener exactly where your logic begins. It clears away the clutter. It says, 'Let's agree on this first fact.' Then, you build your next point on top of it. It is a tool for clarity and focus.
How To Use It
Use it at the beginning of a sentence to transition. You usually state a fact or a premise first. Then, you follow up with From this starting point.... It helps lead your audience by the hand. You are showing them the path your brain is taking. It works best when the 'starting point' is something everyone already agrees on. Don't use it for wild guesses unless you want to sound ironic.
When To Use It
You will sound great using this in a business strategy meeting. It is perfect for academic essays or deep debates with friends. Use it when you need to simplify a complex mess. If you are explaining a budget or a new project, it keeps people from getting lost. It is the 'GPS' of intellectual conversation. Even in a serious heart-to-heart with a partner, it can help keep the peace by focusing on one shared truth.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this at a loud party or while ordering a burger. It is too heavy for small talk. If you say, 'From this starting point, I would like a side of fries,' people will think you are a robot. Don't use it if you haven't actually established a point yet. It requires a 'point' to actually start from! Using it too often makes you sound like a textbook, so sprinkle it sparingly.
Cultural Background
English speakers love linear logic. We like to see the 'A to B' connection. This phrase comes from the Western tradition of structured debate and geometry. It implies that progress is a journey. In modern culture, it is often used by 'thought leaders' and tech CEOs. It suggests that you are a visionary who has a clear plan for the future.
Common Variations
Taking this as a starting point(a bit more active)Starting from here(more casual)Using this as a baseline(more data-focused)With this in mind(softer and more common in emails)From this premise(very formal and philosophical)
نکات کاربردی
This is a high-level (C2) transition. It requires a formal or semi-formal register. Be careful not to use it in very casual settings where it might come across as condescending or overly analytical.
The 'Agreement' Trick
Always make sure your audience actually agrees with your 'starting point' first. If they don't, the rest of your argument will fall flat!
Don't Overuse It
Using this more than twice in a ten-minute speech makes you sound like a philosophy professor. Use it only for your most important transitions.
The Power Move
In Western business, using this phrase subtly signals that you are the one in control of the logic of the meeting. It's a quiet way to lead.
مثالها
6We know our customers want faster shipping. From this starting point, we can redesign our entire warehouse flow.
We know our customers want faster shipping. Based on this fact, we can redesign our warehouse.
Connects a known customer need to a new business solution.
We both agree that we need more quality time. From this starting point, let's look at our calendars for next month.
Since we agree on needing time, let's check our schedules.
Uses a shared agreement to move toward a practical solution.
The study assumes that carbon levels are rising. From this starting point, the author explores three potential solutions.
Based on the rising carbon levels, the author looks at three solutions.
Classic C2-level academic transition.
Okay, so we're definitely going to Italy. From this starting point, should we book Rome or Milan first?
Since Italy is decided, where do we go first?
A slightly more structured way to plan with friends.
We must accept that pineapple is a fruit. From this starting point, your entire 'pizza is savory' argument crumbles!
If we agree pineapple is fruit, your argument is wrong!
Using formal logic for a silly topic creates a funny contrast.
We have five thousand dollars left. From this starting point, we need to prioritize our marketing spend.
With five thousand dollars as our base, let's decide on marketing.
Focuses the conversation on a specific constraint.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the best phrase to complete the logical transition.
The team has reached a consensus on the project goals. ___, we can now assign individual tasks.
We use 'from' because the logic is moving 'away' from the base toward a new conclusion.
Select the most appropriate context for this phrase.
In which scenario would 'From this starting point' sound most natural?
This phrase is designed for structured, logical presentations of ideas.
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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality Scale
Starting from here...
Let's go from here.
With this in mind...
With that in mind, let's move on.
From this starting point...
From this starting point, we shall proceed.
Proceeding from this premise...
Proceeding from this premise, the conclusion is clear.
Where to use 'From this starting point'
Boardroom Pitch
Showing how a small profit leads to big growth.
University Lecture
Explaining how one theory leads to another.
Legal Argument
Establishing a fact before proving guilt.
Project Planning
Deciding next steps after a milestone.
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, it is very effective in professional emails when you are outlining a plan. For example, From this starting point, we can begin the hiring process.
Not exactly. Therefore focuses on the result, while From this starting point focuses on the foundation you are building upon.
It is grammatically correct but has a different meaning. At describes a location in time, while From describes the movement of an argument.
Usually, yes. Unless you are having a very serious or intellectual discussion, it might sound a bit stiff.
You can simply say So... or Based on that... to sound more natural in everyday speech.
Yes, this almost always refers to the fact or idea you just mentioned immediately before the phrase.
It is better used after your first slide or first point. You need to establish a 'point' before you can start 'from' it.
Yes, it is used across all major English dialects, including British, American, and Australian, especially in professional settings.
Only if you are trying to be very clear during a conflict. From this starting point of mutual respect, let's talk.
It is a standard transition. While common in business, it isn't considered an annoying cliché like think outside the box.
عبارات مرتبط
Building on this
Adding more information to a point already made.
Given these facts
Considering the information we just discussed.
With that being said
A transition used to introduce a contrasting or related point.
In light of this
Because of this new information.
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