My intentions were to start on an acoustic and learn the basics then get an electric guitar and move forward, however, there was some force of nature (the guitar devil) that made me buy the electric ahead of schedule. I don't regret it at all. I do most of my scale and chord practice on the acoustic though because it really seems to strengthen my fingers and fingertips.
I find that the electric is definitely easier to play because you don't have to put near as much pressure on the strings to sound the chords, having said that though it's easier to get unwanted noise just by touching nearby strings. I think most of my practice wil be on the acoustic but some things just sound much better coming off an electric. I hope this answers your question.
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