起点
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Base noun form. Indicates the origin or beginning of something, such as a route or process. Example: 『この駅が起点です』 (kono eki ga kiten desu, 'This station is the starting point').
Theme
Two colleagues, Ken and User, are discussing a new project at work. They are brainstorming ideas and need to define a clear starting point for their strategy.
起点
きてん
starting point
Locations & NavigationDirections & Places
Memory Hook
Think of a 'key' point where a journey begins — 'key' sounds like 起点 (kiten, 'starting point'). A key unlocks the start of an adventure.
Cultural Note
『起点』 (kiten, 'starting point') is commonly used in transportation (e.g., train lines), sports races, or projects to denote the origin or beginning location.
Forms
Base: 起点Base noun form. Indicates the origin or beginning of something, such as a route or process. Example: 『この駅が起点です』 (kono eki ga kiten desu, 'This station is the starting point').