启
open; enlighten; start; state
Meanings
6 senses · 30 examplesverb
to open; to unlock; to unseal
Used for opening physical objects like doors, envelopes, or containers.
Please help me unseal this package.
He used a key to open that door.
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The envelope was marked "To be opened by Xiao Ming".
Spring opened the smiling faces of flowers.
This box is difficult to open.
verb
to enlighten; to inspire; to educate
formalUsed for mental or intellectual opening, often in educational contexts.
This teacher is good at inspiring students to think.
We should provide enlightenment education to children from an early age.
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His words gave me great inspiration.
This book enlightens us about the diversity of the world.
The Enlightenment had a profound impact on modern society.
verb
to start; to begin; to initiate
Used for initiating actions, journeys, or using something for the first time.
We will start our journey to Beijing early tomorrow morning.
This new hospital will be officially put into use next month.
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The company decided to initiate this new project.
His career started from here.
We need to restart the computer.
verb
to state; to present; to declare
formalUsed in formal or traditional contexts to present information, especially in letters.
The letter began with "To the respected recipient".
He detailed his experiences in the application letter.
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The letter was signed "Submitted by Li Ming" at the end.
He reported to his superiors about the project's progress.
This report states the course of events.
noun
letter; note; correspondence
archaicRefers to a traditional style of short letter or note, now mostly archaic.
He received a short note from his friend.
This thank-you note was written very sincerely.
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Ancient people often used letters to传递 information.
He left after writing a resignation letter.
This letter expressed his true thoughts.
noun
a surname
Used as a Chinese family name.
My friend's surname is Qi, and his name is Qi Mingzhi.
Mr. Qi is the general manager of our company.
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The Qi family has a long history in China.
Excuse me, are you Teacher Qi?
The surname Qi is not very common in China.