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起源
qǐyuán
Description
“起源”是指一件事情最开始的地方或原因。
"起源" refers to the place or reason where something begins.
我们常常说生命的起源、文化的起源。
We often talk about the 起源 of life and culture.
Meanings
起源qǐyuán
origin; source; beginning
这个节日的起源很古老。
This festival has ancient origins.
起源qǐyuán
to originate; to stem from
这种文化起源于中国。
This culture originated in China.
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Notes
- Etymology
起 (to rise/begin) + 源 (source), literally 'the rising source'.
- Nuance
often used for big topics like life, language, or the universe.
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