～だす
～だす
dasu
JLPT N4VocabularyLevel 16 - JLPT N4
Quick answer
～だす (～だす (dasu)) means "to start doing ~". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.
Meaning
to start doing ~
Also : to begin to ~ · suddenly starts doing ~
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Meaning ·
The word ～だす (～だす) means 'to start doing ~'. This is a fundamental Japanese word to memorize.
Example Sentences
急に雨が降り出しました。
きゅうにあめがふりだしました。
It suddenly started to rain.
子供が走り出して驚きました。
こどもがはしりだしておどろきました。
I was surprised when the child suddenly started running.
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Last updated May 19, 2026
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