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开端
kāiduān
Description
“开端”是指一件事情最开始的部分，也就是它的起点。
"开端" refers to the very beginning part of something, that is, its starting point.
我们常说一个好的开端很重要，因为它会影响后面的发展。
We often say a good 开端 is important because it affects what happens next.
Meanings
开端kāiduān
the beginning or start of something
这是我们友谊的开端。
This is the beginning of our friendship.
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Notes
- Etymology
开 (open/start) + 端 (end/beginning point), meaning the starting point.
- Nuance
开端 is more formal and abstract than 开始; often used for events or stories.
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