Word: 起步 (qǐbù) 起步 dictionary entry qǐbù to set out; to set in motion; the start (of some activity) Full dictionary entry for 起步 Example sentences using 起步 2 sentences, showing page 1 of 1. 空间科学还在起步阶段。 Kōngjiān kēxué hái zài qǐbù jiēduàn. Space science is still in its infancy. 起步前请先系好安全带。 Qǐbù qián qǐng xiān xì hǎo ānquándài. Please fasten your seat belt before pulling away.