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March 24, 2026
开启(開啟)kāiqǐ(kai1qi3)
The word 开启 (kāi qǐ) means 'to open' or 'to start,' often used in contexts where something is being initiated, such as a meeting, a project, or a device. It combines the meanings of 'open' (开) and 'rise' or 'begin' (启), suggesting a transition from a closed state to an open one.
Frequency#5754DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of 开启 can symbolize new beginnings, such as starting a new business or a new chapter in life, making it a common phrase during celebrations or significant life events.
Memory Tip
Imagine a door (开) that swings open (启) to reveal a new beginning. The sound 'kai' can be associated with the action of opening a door, while 'qi' sounds like 'key,' which is what you need to unlock that door.
Meanings of 开启
kāiqǐ(kai1qi3)
1to open
2to start
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About 开启
开启Simplified
開啟Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
开启 (kāiqǐ) vs 开 (kāi) — use 开 for general physical opening, while 开启 emphasizes the initiation of a process or event.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a door (开) that swings open (启) to reveal a new beginning. The sound 'kai' can be associated with the action of opening a door, while 'qi' sounds like 'key,' which is what you need to unlock that door.
Usage Notes
Be aware that 开启 is often used in more formal contexts than just 开 (kāi), which is more general. It is commonly used with objects or processes, like 开启电脑 (kāi qǐ diàn nǎo), meaning 'to turn on the computer.' Avoid confusing it with just 开, which doesn't carry the same sense of initiation.
HSK Study Tips
While 开启 is not directly listed in HSK levels, it incorporates elements from HSK Level 1 (开) and Level 3 (启). Students should focus on the combination of characters and the contexts where they can use 开启 versus other forms of 'open.'
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of 开启 can symbolize new beginnings, such as starting a new business or a new chapter in life, making it a common phrase during celebrations or significant life events.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 开启 with just 开 in casual settings, saying 开电脑 (kāi diàn nǎo) instead of 开启电脑 (kāi qǐ diàn nǎo) when referring to starting a computer in a formal way. Remember, use 开启 for more significant openings or starts.
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Cultural Notes for 开启
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In Chinese culture, the act of 开启 can symbolize new beginnings, such as starting a new business or a new chapter in life, making it a common phrase during celebrations or significant life events.
Frequently Asked Questions about 开启
Yes, 开启 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing starting something significant.
Not always; use 开启 specifically for initiating processes or systems, while 开 is more versatile for general 'open' situations.
开 is more general and informal, while 开启 implies a more formal initiation or opening.
