Starting something with 〜出す
Grammar: Time & Sequence » Starting / finishing / completing actions
Appending 出す to the base of a verb (the ます stem) adds the meaning of starting the action of that verb.
〜出す is used actions which are abrupt and non-volitional.
In English, 〜出す may translate as “starting to 〜” or to “〜 out”, depending on the verb.
See Also
- For the start of other actions, 始める is used.
- When completing an action, 終える is used when effort is required and 終わる is used when effort is not required.
