to start out
[phrase form: start]
01
开始, 着手
to begin taking the early steps regarding an action, project, or goal
Transitive: to start out an action or project
例子
She started out her painting by sketching the basic outlines on the canvas.
她通过在画布上勾勒基本轮廓开始了她的绘画。
02
开始, 出发
to embark on a journey
Intransitive: to start out | to start out on a journey
例子
We 'll start out on our vacation tomorrow.
我们明天出发去度假。
03
以...开始, 起初是
to begin with certain conditions or circumstances, which may change or evolve over time
Intransitive: to start out in a specific manner
Transitive: to start out sth in a specific manner
例子
I started the project out with a simple outline that evolved into a comprehensive plan.
