How to Say ‘Start’ in Simplified Chinese
开始
💬 Usage Tip: [开始] (kai-shr) is an essential verb to denote the beginning of actions or events.
🇨🇳 In China: [开始] is an important factor in the success of any event or project, emphasizing the cultural importance of a good beginning.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
开始
[kāi shǐ]
start
To begin or commence an action or process.
项目即将开始。
The project is about to start.
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