出发

This is the 845th most frequent Chinese word.


出发

To set off or depart.


In this sentence, "出发" is used as a verb meaning 'to set out' or 'to start traveling for a destination'.

我们明早七点出发去机场。

Tomorrow morning at 7:00, we will set out for the airport.


Here, "出发" is used metaphorically, meaning 'starting from' or 'taking into account a certain perspective'.

从这次旅行的角度出发,体会了生活的多样性。

Starting from the perspective of this journey, we experienced life's diversity.


In this usage, "出发" implies 'based on' or 'taking inspiration from' a source or factor supporting his creation.

他从个人经历出发,写了这本小说。

Drawing from his personal experiences, he wrote this novel.