Chinese
kāimù
Meaning: to open (a conference, event, etc.); inauguration
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

藝術展覽昨天開幕了。
艺术展览昨天开幕了。
The art exhibition opened yesterday.
開幕式將於明天舉行。
The opening ceremony will be held tomorrow.
各位先生、各位女士,歡迎參加今天的開幕典禮。
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to today's opening ceremony.
運動會開幕時,大家看著國旗緩緩升起。
When the sports meet opened, everyone watched the national flag rise slowly.
開幕當天,前來參觀的顧客寥寥無幾。
On the opening day, the customers who came to visit were very few.

Usage Notes

Specifically used for the beginning of public events, performances, or meetings.

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