步入

步入

To step into; to enter.

In this sentence, '步入' is used metaphorically to signify entering into or beginning a new phase or era in time.

我们必须步入一个新的时代，以迎接未来的挑战。

We must step into a new era to face the challenges ahead.

Here, '步入' literally means 'to step or walk into' a location, emphasizing the action of entering.

她步入了会议室，立即吸引了所有人的目光。

She stepped into the conference room and immediately caught everyone's attention.

In this case, '步入' is used metaphorically to describe someone starting to participate in societal or career-related activities.

经过多年的努力，他终于步入社会，开始了自己的职业生涯。

After many years of effort, he finally entered society and began his professional career.