Definition
年初 (nián chū) refers to the early part of the year, typically the first few months, based on the calendar. It differs from 新年 (xīn nián), which emphasizes the New Year holiday period, and 元旦 (Yuán dàn), which is strictly January 1st. Use 年初 when talking about plans or events at the start of the calendar year (e.g., 'at the beginning of the year').
noun
beginning of the year
Examples
- 年初。nián chū hěn duō rén huì zhìdìng xīnnián jìhuà.Many people make New Year plans at the beginning of the year.
- 年初。nián chū gōngsī fābù le jīnnián de xiāoshòu mùbiāo.At the beginning of the year, the company announced this year's sales targets.
- 年初？nián chū nǐ dǎsuàn qù lǚxíng ma?Are you planning to travel at the beginning of the year?
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