Vocabulary

What does 放す (はなす, hanasu) mean?

放す (はなす, hanasu) means to release, to let go.

Quick facts
Readingはなす
Romajihanasu
Part of speechgodan verb, transitive
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)N3
はなす
N3 · estimated, JLPT frameworkCommonhanasu

to release, to let go

  1. 1godan verb · transitive to release; to let go; to free
  2. 2godan verb · transitive to add (pieces of eggplant, potato, etc.) to water, broth, etc.

Example sentences

  • I let the bird out of its cage.

  • Please don't let go of the dog's leash.

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