Definition
启 is a bound morpheme (b.f.) that cannot stand alone; it appears in compounds to convey the idea of opening, beginning, or inspiring. Common compounds include 开启 (kāiqǐ, to open), 启发 (qǐfā, to enlighten/inspire), 启程 (qǐchéng, to set out on a journey), and 启事 (qǐshì, a public notice).
b.f.
(bound form) to opento start(bound form) to enlightento inspire
Examples
- 。Zhè bù shū gěi le wǒ hěn duō qǐ fā.This book gave me a lot of inspiration.
- 。Wǒmen míngtiān qǐ chéng qù Běijīng.We'll set off for Beijing tomorrow.
- 。Gōngsī tiē le yì zhāng qǐ shì.The company posted a notice.
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