gēng
shǐ

literary

Meaning of 更始

更始 means to abolish the old and establish the new; to make a fresh start. Pronounced gēng shǐ.

  • to abolish the old and establish the new; to make a fresh start

Definitions & Examples

Cháo
dài
gēng
dié
zhī
 
jūn
zhǔ
cháng
zhào
gào
tiān
xià
 
mín
gēng
shǐ
 

At the transition of dynasties, rulers often issue proclamations to the world, promising a fresh start together with the people.

jué
xīn
bìng
lòu
 
gēng
shǐ
rén
shēng
 

He resolved to abandon his bad habits and make a fresh start in life.

Xīn
zǒng
cái
shàng
rèn
 
duì
gōng
jìn
xíng
le
liè
gēng
shǐ
gǎi
 

The new CEO took office and carried out a series of reforms to renew the company.