Common Meanings
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qǐ启
To open or start, often referring to unsealing, opening a door, or speaking.
她很难启齿说出自己的真实想法。
It was difficult for her to open her mouth and express her true feelings.
To start, begin, or initiate (e.g., enable, set out, set sail/transport).
我们明天早上启程去旅行。
We will set off for our trip tomorrow morning.
To enlighten, inspire, or instruct; to open one's mind or initiate.
这本书给了我很大的启发。
This book gave me great inspiration.
To announce or state, typically in a public notice (e.g., as in 启事 'qǐshì', a notice or announcement).
图书馆发布了一则寻物启事
The library issued a lost and found notice.
A letter; a short note or polite opening in a letter, similar to an 'epistle'.
请查收我寄给你的小启。
Please check the short note I sent you.