JLPT N3 Intermediate
散らす
To scatter objects, distract focus, or perform actions in a messy manner.
Readings
Other forms
散らします polite form
散らして te-form
散らした plain past
散らさない plain negative
散らせる potential
1 Transitive Verb
To scatter / To spread
Describes the act of dispersing objects or substances over a wide area.
Example
子供 が おもちゃ を 部屋中 に 散らした 。
The child scattered their toys all over the room.
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2 Transitive Verb (in a set phrase)
To distract (one's attention)
Signifies the disruption of mental focus or concentration.
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3 Suffix
Suffix: To do something messily / all over
Indicates that an action results in disorder or leaves items strewn about indiscriminately.
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