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Chinese

chū
Meaning: beginning; early part; first
Part of Speech: Prefix, Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

年初的時候,我制定了一個計畫。
年初的时候,我制定了一个计划。
At the beginning of the year, I made a plan.
大病初癒,他感到全身無力。
After recovering from a serious illness, he felt weak all over.
大病初癒,他需要在家好好休養。
Having just recovered from a serious illness, he needs to rest properly at home.

Usage Notes

Used for the start of a month or year, or to mean 'first' or 'just started'.

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