Definition
伊始 is a formal, literary noun meaning 'beginning' or 'outset'. It often appears in fixed phrases (e.g., 新年伊始 'at the beginning of the new year') and written announcements, news, or essays. Unlike 开始, 伊始 is seldom used in everyday speech. You will see it in contexts like event openings, policy implementations, or historical periods.
n.
beginningoutset (formal/literary)
Examples
- 伊始，。Xīnnián yī shǐ, gōngsī jǔxíng le quántǐ dàhuì.At the beginning of the new year, the company held an all-staff meeting.
- 伊始，。Huódòng yī shǐ, zhǔchírén jièshào le gèwèi láibīn.At the start of the event, the host introduced the guests.
- 伊始，。Zì kāiyè yī shǐ, zhè jiā cāntīng shēngyì jiù hěn hǎo.Ever since its opening, this restaurant has been doing great business.
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