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“going out” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajigaishutsu

Example

今日は外出します。kyō wa gai shutsu shi ma su

I am going out today.

Illustration for 外出 (going out)

How to say “going out” in Japanese

“Going out” in Japanese is 外出 (gaishutsu).

Describes leaving one's current place and being out rather than staying inside it.

Full entry for 外出: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 外出

明日の外出に必要な物を、今夜準備します。asu no gai shutsu ni hitsu yō na mono o kon ya jun bi shi ma su

I will prepare what I need for tomorrow's outing tonight.

Tips for using 外出

  • In everyday conversation, 外出する (gaishutsu suru) is a neutral expression for leaving home or another place, while 出かける (dekakeru) is often more casual.

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