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Old 14-Aug-2004, 20:23
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Default I am started to read a new book
I am started to read a new book.
I start to read a new book.


Are they both correct? Which one is more idiomatic? Thanks.
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Old 14-Aug-2004, 20:40
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The second one wins!
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Old 15-Aug-2004, 18:46
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I'd go for 'I have started', but it isn't on the list.
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Old 16-Aug-2004, 01:51
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Isn't "I am started" a passive voice here?
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Old 16-Aug-2004, 07:55
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It would be, but it wouldn't make any sense.
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