ceot1 faat3 dim2出發點出发点
Jyutpingceot1 faat3 dim2
Yalechēut faat dím
Definition
Starting point of a journey, or figuratively, one's motive, intention, or initial goal.
- starting point of a journey
- figurativemotive, intention, or initial goal of doing something
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How it's used
Focuses on the underlying reason or moral justification behind an action rather than a physical location. It is frequently used in professional or serious discussions to clarify why a decision was made or to defend one's stance. When someone questions your motives, you might use this to explain that your intentions were originally pure or well-meaning.
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Your motive for doing this is for everyone's good.
Our starting point is wanting to help more people.
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Common phrases
the starting point is
good intentions
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 起點, which is almost exclusively used for physical starting points like a race or a journey. While 出發點 can technically refer to a physical start, it is far more common in abstract contexts.
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