取り除く

tori nozoku
verbIntermediate to remove
general

to remove or eliminate something, often something unwanted or unnecessary

シミを取り除くのに時間がかかった

It took time to remove the stain

問題を取り除くために対策を講じた

We took measures to remove the problem

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This verb is often used for physical objects, problems, or abstract issues that need to be eliminated.

Collocations

ゴミを取り除くto remove trash問題を取り除くto solve a problemシミを取り除くto remove a stain

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

This verb is often used with objects like trash, stains, or problems that need to be addressed.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, but it generally conveys the idea of removing something.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the combination of '取る' (to take) and '除く' (to remove), emphasizing the action of taking away something unwanted.

📝Usage Notes

This verb is versatile and can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. It is commonly used in everyday language to describe the act of removing physical objects or abstract issues.

Word Breakdown

取り
to take
prefix
+
除く
to remove
suffix
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