WORD DETAIL
掃き出す
はきだす
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
掃き出すis read asはきだすand is a godan transitive verb meaning to sweep sand, dust, chips, or other debris out of an area. - Basic usage: Mark the debris with
を, the outward direction withへ, and the broom or other tool withで.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Object, direction, and tool
をmarks what is swept,へwhere it is moved, andでthe implement used.
- Contrast with
吐き出す- Both are read
はきだす, but掃き出すmeans sweeping out, while吐き出すmeans spitting or expelling something from inside.
- Both are read

