1. The initial positions or places from which something begins
The starting points for the race were clearly marked.
Os pontos de partida para a corrida estavam claramente marcados.
2. The beginning ideas or concepts from which further development occurs
These theories serve as good starting points for our research.
Essas teorias servem como bons pontos de partida para nossa pesquisa.
3. Initial positions in a game, competition, or journey
All competitors gathered at their starting points.
Todos os competidores se reuniram em seus pontos de partida.