なくす
- to lose (something)word usually written using kana alone
- to get rid of; to eliminate; to remove; to eradicate; to abolishword usually written using kana alone
Godan verb with 'su' ending; transitive verb
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- to lose (something)
- to get rid of; to eliminate; to remove; to eradicate
This meaning is used when referring to misplacing or not being able to find something.
This meaning is used when talking about getting rid of or eliminating something.
Example sentences
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Hiroshi is worn out with worry since he lost the only copy of the book he needed for his report.
The talented finance minister's ingenuity has helped his bankrupt nation to get out of the red.