はじhajiまるmaru
1.

Referring to the moment when a new action or event starts to take place, marking a transition from a prior state or activity.

2.

Describing the initiation of something that has not occurred before, indicating the commencement of new processes or occurrences.

3.

Indicating the onset of a recurring situation or behavior, often used in contexts where a familiar pattern recurs, sometimes with a tone of annoyance or humor.

4.

Expressing a sense of futility or resignation when actions taken are deemed pointless, as the situation has already progressed beyond the ability to change it.

Example:

その試合は何時に始まりますか。