strike up

US /straɪk ʌp/
UK /straɪk ʌp/
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1.

entablar, iniciar

to start a conversation or relationship with someone

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He always tries to strike up a conversation with strangers.
Siempre intenta entablar una conversación con extraños.
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They struck up a friendship during their trip.
Entablaron una amistad durante su viaje.
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2.

empezar a tocar, sonar

to start playing music

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The band struck up a lively tune.
La banda empezó a tocar una melodía animada.
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As soon as the clock struck noon, the bells struck up.
Tan pronto como el reloj dio el mediodía, las campanas empezaron a sonar.
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