JLPT N3 Intermediate
走り出す
To break into a run or start moving.
Readings
Other forms
走り出します polite form
走り出した plain past
走り出して te-form
走り出さない plain negative
1 Godan Verb
To start running" / "To break into a run
Describes the action of suddenly breaking into a run from a stationary position or walking pace.
Example
その 音 を 聞い て 、 猫 は びっくり し て 走り出し た 。
Hearing that sound, the cat got scared and bolted.
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2 Godan Verb
To start moving" (for vehicles)
Describes the physical act of a vehicle starting to move or pulling away from a stop.
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