intro

Everyday

1. (informal) An intro is an introduction, the start of a song, book, talk or video. tree →
2. (informal) An intro is when you introduce one person to another. tree →

In the lessons

Clipped everyday talk: «the intro of the song», «skip the intro», «give me an intro». In school writing, use «introduction» in formal work. It tells the reader about the beginning part.

Examples

• I love the guitar intro to that song. tree →
• Skip the intro and go to the game. tree →
• Can you give me an intro to your friend? tree →
• The video's intro was too long. tree →
• Write a short intro for your story. tree →
• The band played the intro twice. tree →

Note

Short for «introduction». Plural: intros. Informal; in essays write «introduction».