Do you know why in the early morning people gather at the market? Certainly, there can be many reasons, but one of them is connected with an interesting expression - with “initiative”. Thanks to him, the first buyers can count on concessions from the seller. "With the initiative of you!" - so they say, smiling at each other. So, further we will consider what it means - “at the initiative”.
Meaning of the word
I would like to note that the word "initiative" is used in two cases. Firstly, back in the old days, it was commonplace in the common people when trading, when the first sale took place, to mark this moment with the words “with an initiative”. They expressed both support and approval. Secondly, initiative is a kind of undertaking, an initiative in the development of something new. The word is obsolete. So, in ancient times they said: “On one’s own initiative”, which in modern language means “on one’s own initiative”. In addition, we can say that the initiative is a business that was launched on someone's initiative.
The meaning of the phrase
Joining the preposition “c” makes this word a stable phrase. Its meaning is identical to the interpretation of the word "initiative." This expression was popular during the time of the Komsomol members, they spoke of a vivid manifestation of the initiative, new beginnings. Currently, the phrase can only be heard when trading, and usually when buying food. This is already a tradition. But a prerequisite remained, as indeed before, the beginning of something that brings the first result. Also note that there is such an expression as "for initiative", which implied a certain discount to the buyer. It was believed that if a start has been made, that is, there is already an initiative, this is a sure sign that the trade will be good and profitable, therefore the seller always made a "gift" to the first buyer.
Support and a few kind words
Of course, the initiative is an undertaking, but do not forget that people need praise and support, which they really look forward to and appreciate. Remember that a couple of warm and kind words inspire people to new actions. It’s not at all difficult to tell people what will give them support and approval. Our ancestors also understood that a person needs to be reassured and encouraged.
And if something didn’t happen very well, sometimes in this case one could hear: “With the initiative of you.” And this was not a mockery, but rather support, sympathy, understanding. This is an alternative to the expressions "The first pancake is lumpy," "Dashing trouble began." A person starting to do something for the first time is always wrong. This is a normal part of learning. So, you don’t need to worry. It is only necessary to strive for better results.