初步 (chū bù): preliminary, initial

After a preliminary investigation, the police confirmed that this was an ordinary traffic accident, not a criminal case.

The doctor initially judged that his stomachache might be caused by irregular eating habits and suggested he adjust his diet first.

This project is still in its preliminary stage; many details need further discussion and confirmation.

Preliminary statistics show that the number of visitors to this exhibition exceeded 50,000, nearly double that of last year.