Chinese
qǐdòng
Meaning: to start; to launch; to activate
Part of Speech: Verb

Listen to pronunciation

Handwriting

啟動
啟
動
启动
启
动

Example sentences

We need to launch this project.
只要按下開關即可啟動機器。
只要按下开关即可启动机器。
Just press the switch to start the machine.
該項目自啟動迄今已超過三年。
该项目自启动迄今已超过三年。
The project has exceeded three years since its launch until now.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for starting machinery or initiating a plan or project.

Sottaku

About Sottaku

Sottaku is an app for learning Chinese, Japanese, Korean, English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian with a strong focus on SRS. It includes automatic flashcard creation for hundreds of thousands of words, grammar breakdowns in example sentences, language-specific study packs where available, adaptive quizzes, mobile apps, a browser extension, and community features. Give it a try now! All learning content is free with no limits on flashcards or study time.

Sottaku is built to match the habits of successful learners. By using Sottaku, you will naturally learn in the most efficient way possible, as proven by countless success stories in the language learning community.

Free Forever

Access all grammar guides, quizzes, and flashcards without paying a cent. Quality education should be accessible to everyone.

Smart SRS System

Our flashcard system uses the FSRS algorithm (also used in Anki) to optimize your review schedule and maximize retention.

Comprehensive Content

From hanzi, kana, hangul, and European vocabulary basics to grammar and reading practice where available, we have lessons for every level. Practice with quizzes tailored to your skill.

Community Chat

Ask level-appropriate questions and get help from the community. Learn together with fellow learners across all 8 supported languages.