初 - first time, beginning

first match (in a series)

early summer

for the first time

pitcher's first pitch (to batter, or in the game)

first day; opening day

nice to meet you; I'm glad to make your acquaintance; how do you do?

debut; initial stage appearance

beginning of the year

first dream of the New year (believed to foretell one's luck)

one's first campaign; one's first battle

beginning; start; outset

first shrine visit of the New Year