# startIndex The position of the first element in a nonempty collection. ``` var startIndex: Repeated.Index { get } ``` ## Discussion In a `Repeated` collection, `startIndex` is always equal to zero. If the collection is empty, `startIndex` is equal to `endIndex`. --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)