出す

• Reading: だす
• Romaji: dasu
• Kanji breakdown: 出 (shutsu/da) — exit, put out, emerge
• Pronunciation: /da.sɯ/

Meaning

To start doing something; to take out; to send. As an auxiliary verb, indicates the beginning of an action.

A Group 1 (godan) verb conjugated with the す row. Has many meanings as a standalone verb (take out, submit, send), but at N4 level the auxiliary usage is key: verb stem + 出す means 'to start doing' suddenly (泣き出す, to start crying; 走り出す, to start running).

Examples

1. 子供が急に泣き出した。 The child suddenly burst into tears.
2. 宿題を明日までに出してください。 Please turn in your homework by tomorrow.
3. 雨が降り出したから傘を持っていこう。 It started raining, so let's bring an umbrella.

Usage Guide

Context: daily life, school, sudden actions

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

The kanji 出 depicts a plant sprouting from the ground, representing emergence. The verb literally means 'to put out' or 'to bring forth,' naturally extending to the onset of actions.

Cultural Context

Era: Ancient

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal