放つ | Japanese meaning

放つ【はなつ】

Frequency rank: 444.

Alsoはなつ

Godan verb with 'tsu' ending; transitive verb

to fire (gun, arrow, questions, etc.); to shoot; to hit (e.g. baseball); to break wind

This meaning relates to the act of launching or propelling something, whether it be a projectile like an arrow or a firearm, or figuratively, as in asking challenging questions.

He fired the arrow.

to set free; to release; to let loose

This meaning indicates the action of liberating something or someone from confinement or restraint.

They set the animal free.

to emit (e.g. light); to give off (e.g. a scent)

This usage refers to producing or sending out something intangible like light or a smell.

The fluorescent light is emitting light.

to send out (a person to carry out a duty)

This meaning involves dispatching a person to fulfill a responsibility or task, often used in contexts related to assignments or missions.

He was sent out for a special mission.

to set fire toin the form 火を放つsee also 火を放つ

This meaning pertains to igniting or causing something to burn; often associated with starting a fire intentionally.

He set fire to the paper.

Generated word frames (experimental)

[Person] shoots/releases [Object]

He shoots an arrow.

[Animal] emits/releases [Sound]

The dog lets out a bark.

[Person] shoots [Question]

She fired a question during the interview.

[Scene] emits [Light]

The fireworks emit light in the night sky.

[Person] goes to [Place] to shoot/release [Object]

He goes to the park to shoot the ball.

[Person] sets fire to [Fire]

He sets fire to the campfire.

[Person] lets out [Emotion]

She lets out joy.

Generated related terms (experimental)

【はなつ】

Refers to the act of firing or shooting something, such as a gun or arrow, as well as releasing or letting something go.

He is preparing to shoot an arrow.

【ほうしゅつ】

Refers to the act of releasing or emitting something, particularly gas, liquid, or energy.

There is a risk of gas being released.

【はっしゃ】

Refers specifically to the launch or firing of a projectile, such as a missile or rocket.

The missile is ready for launch.

【かいほう】

Refers to liberation or release from confinement or captivity, often used in a broader and more social context.

The prisoner was finally liberated.

【ほうか】

Refers to arson or intentionally setting fire to property.

He was arrested on suspicion of arson.

【しゃしゅつ】

Refers to the action of shooting or ejecting, often used in a technical context with projectiles or objects.

The bullet was ejected from the gun.

Example sentences37 results

Quasars are brilliantly shining heavenly bodies that are extremely far away.

Tatoeba

The lotus blossoms diffused an inexpressibly pleasant scent.

Tatoeba

放つ【はなつ】

Frequency rank: 444.

Alsoはなつ

Godan verb with 'tsu' ending; transitive verb

to fire (gun, arrow, questions, etc.); to shoot; to hit (e.g. baseball); to break wind

This meaning relates to the act of launching or propelling something, whether it be a projectile like an arrow or a firearm, or figuratively, as in asking challenging questions.

He fired the arrow.

to set free; to release; to let loose

This meaning indicates the action of liberating something or someone from confinement or restraint.

They set the animal free.

to emit (e.g. light); to give off (e.g. a scent)

This usage refers to producing or sending out something intangible like light or a smell.

The fluorescent light is emitting light.

to send out (a person to carry out a duty)

This meaning involves dispatching a person to fulfill a responsibility or task, often used in contexts related to assignments or missions.

He was sent out for a special mission.

to set fire toin the form 火を放つsee also 火を放つ

This meaning pertains to igniting or causing something to burn; often associated with starting a fire intentionally.

He set fire to the paper.

Generated word frames (experimental)

[Person] shoots/releases [Object]

He shoots an arrow.

[Animal] emits/releases [Sound]

The dog lets out a bark.

[Person] shoots [Question]

She fired a question during the interview.

[Scene] emits [Light]

The fireworks emit light in the night sky.

[Person] goes to [Place] to shoot/release [Object]

He goes to the park to shoot the ball.

[Person] sets fire to [Fire]

He sets fire to the campfire.

[Person] lets out [Emotion]

She lets out joy.

Generated related terms (experimental)

【はなつ】

Refers to the act of firing or shooting something, such as a gun or arrow, as well as releasing or letting something go.

He is preparing to shoot an arrow.

【ほうしゅつ】

Refers to the act of releasing or emitting something, particularly gas, liquid, or energy.

There is a risk of gas being released.

【はっしゃ】

Refers specifically to the launch or firing of a projectile, such as a missile or rocket.

The missile is ready for launch.

【かいほう】

Refers to liberation or release from confinement or captivity, often used in a broader and more social context.

The prisoner was finally liberated.

【ほうか】

Refers to arson or intentionally setting fire to property.

He was arrested on suspicion of arson.

【しゃしゅつ】

Refers to the action of shooting or ejecting, often used in a technical context with projectiles or objects.

The bullet was ejected from the gun.

Example sentences37 results

Quasars are brilliantly shining heavenly bodies that are extremely far away.

Tatoeba

The lotus blossoms diffused an inexpressibly pleasant scent.

Tatoeba

放

N33

意set free; release; fire; shoot; emit; banish; liberate

訓はな.す、-っぱな.し、はな.つ、はな.れる、こ.く、ほう.る

音ホウ

名はなれ

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放つ【はなつ】

Frequency rank: 444.

Alsoはなつ

Godan verb with 'tsu' ending; transitive verb

to fire (gun, arrow, questions, etc.); to shoot; to hit (e.g. baseball); to break wind

This meaning relates to the act of launching or propelling something, whether it be a projectile like an arrow or a firearm, or figuratively, as in asking challenging questions.

He fired the arrow.

to set free; to release; to let loose

This meaning indicates the action of liberating something or someone from confinement or restraint.

They set the animal free.

to emit (e.g. light); to give off (e.g. a scent)

This usage refers to producing or sending out something intangible like light or a smell.

The fluorescent light is emitting light.

to send out (a person to carry out a duty)

This meaning involves dispatching a person to fulfill a responsibility or task, often used in contexts related to assignments or missions.

He was sent out for a special mission.

to set fire toin the form 火を放つsee also 火を放つ

This meaning pertains to igniting or causing something to burn; often associated with starting a fire intentionally.

He set fire to the paper.

Generated word frames (experimental)

[Person] shoots/releases [Object]

He shoots an arrow.

[Animal] emits/releases [Sound]

The dog lets out a bark.

[Person] shoots [Question]

She fired a question during the interview.

[Scene] emits [Light]

The fireworks emit light in the night sky.

[Person] goes to [Place] to shoot/release [Object]

He goes to the park to shoot the ball.

[Person] sets fire to [Fire]

He sets fire to the campfire.

[Person] lets out [Emotion]

She lets out joy.

Generated related terms (experimental)

【はなつ】

Refers to the act of firing or shooting something, such as a gun or arrow, as well as releasing or letting something go.

He is preparing to shoot an arrow.

【ほうしゅつ】

Refers to the act of releasing or emitting something, particularly gas, liquid, or energy.

There is a risk of gas being released.

【はっしゃ】

Refers specifically to the launch or firing of a projectile, such as a missile or rocket.

The missile is ready for launch.

【かいほう】

Refers to liberation or release from confinement or captivity, often used in a broader and more social context.

The prisoner was finally liberated.

【ほうか】

Refers to arson or intentionally setting fire to property.

He was arrested on suspicion of arson.

【しゃしゅつ】

Refers to the action of shooting or ejecting, often used in a technical context with projectiles or objects.

The bullet was ejected from the gun.

Example sentences37 results

Quasars are brilliantly shining heavenly bodies that are extremely far away.

Tatoeba

The lotus blossoms diffused an inexpressibly pleasant scent.

Tatoeba

放つ【はなつ】

Frequency rank: 444.

Alsoはなつ

Godan verb with 'tsu' ending; transitive verb

to fire (gun, arrow, questions, etc.); to shoot; to hit (e.g. baseball); to break wind

This meaning relates to the act of launching or propelling something, whether it be a projectile like an arrow or a firearm, or figuratively, as in asking challenging questions.

He fired the arrow.

to set free; to release; to let loose

This meaning indicates the action of liberating something or someone from confinement or restraint.

They set the animal free.

to emit (e.g. light); to give off (e.g. a scent)

This usage refers to producing or sending out something intangible like light or a smell.

The fluorescent light is emitting light.

to send out (a person to carry out a duty)

This meaning involves dispatching a person to fulfill a responsibility or task, often used in contexts related to assignments or missions.

He was sent out for a special mission.

to set fire toin the form 火を放つsee also 火を放つ

This meaning pertains to igniting or causing something to burn; often associated with starting a fire intentionally.

He set fire to the paper.

Generated word frames (experimental)

[Person] shoots/releases [Object]

He shoots an arrow.

[Animal] emits/releases [Sound]

The dog lets out a bark.

[Person] shoots [Question]

She fired a question during the interview.

[Scene] emits [Light]

The fireworks emit light in the night sky.

[Person] goes to [Place] to shoot/release [Object]

He goes to the park to shoot the ball.

[Person] sets fire to [Fire]

He sets fire to the campfire.

[Person] lets out [Emotion]

She lets out joy.

Generated related terms (experimental)

【はなつ】

Refers to the act of firing or shooting something, such as a gun or arrow, as well as releasing or letting something go.

He is preparing to shoot an arrow.

【ほうしゅつ】

Refers to the act of releasing or emitting something, particularly gas, liquid, or energy.

There is a risk of gas being released.

【はっしゃ】

Refers specifically to the launch or firing of a projectile, such as a missile or rocket.

The missile is ready for launch.

【かいほう】

Refers to liberation or release from confinement or captivity, often used in a broader and more social context.

The prisoner was finally liberated.

【ほうか】

Refers to arson or intentionally setting fire to property.

He was arrested on suspicion of arson.

【しゃしゅつ】

Refers to the action of shooting or ejecting, often used in a technical context with projectiles or objects.

The bullet was ejected from the gun.

Example sentences37 results

Quasars are brilliantly shining heavenly bodies that are extremely far away.

Tatoeba

The lotus blossoms diffused an inexpressibly pleasant scent.

Tatoeba

放

N33

意set free; release; fire; shoot; emit; banish; liberate

訓はな.す、-っぱな.し、はな.つ、はな.れる、こ.く、ほう.る

音ホウ

名はなれ

Details