strike up

US /straɪk ʌp/
UK /straɪk ʌp/
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1.

iniciar, começar

to start a conversation or relationship with someone

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He always tries to strike up a conversation with strangers.
Ele sempre tenta iniciar uma conversa com estranhos.
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They struck up a friendship during their trip.
Eles começaram uma amizade durante a viagem.
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2.

começar a tocar, iniciar

to start playing music

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The band struck up a lively tune.
A banda começou a tocar uma melodia animada.
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As soon as the clock struck noon, the bells struck up.
Assim que o relógio marcou meio-dia, os sinos começaram a tocar.
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