Chinese

qǐyuán
Meaning: origin; to originate
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Example sentences

關於生命起源的奧祕,科學家們仍在努力研究。
关于生命起源的奥秘,科学家们仍在努力研究。
Scientists are still working hard to research the mysteries regarding the origin of life.
科學家們正在探索宇宙的起源。
Scientists are exploring the origin of the universe.
這本史書記載了古代文明的起源。
This history book records the origin of that ancient civilization.

Usage Notes

Refers to the beginning or source of something. Can be used as a noun or a verb (often followed by '於').

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