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発つ
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What does "発つ" mean in English?
to depart明日の朝、早めに発つつもりです。
I plan to depart early tomorrow morning.
How to use "発つ" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
To leave or depart from a place, especially for a journey or trip.
新幹線で東京を発つ。
I depart from Tokyo by Shinkansen.
彼は朝早く発ってしまった。
He left very early in the morning.
Often used for planned or imminent departures, especially for travel.
informal
To start or begin (e.g., a project, action, or event).
新しいプロジェクトがようやく発った。
The new project has finally started.
Less common but used in contexts where something is initiated or set in motion.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Departure vs. Leaving
'発つ' is more formal and often used for planned departures, especially for travel. For casual departures, '出る' (deru) is more common.
Gold Rule
Formality
'発つ' is more formal and often used in travel contexts. For everyday departures, '出る' is more natural.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb '発する' (hassuru), meaning 'to send out' or 'to depart.' The kanji '発' (hatsu) means 'to start' or 'to depart.'
Usage Notes
'発つ' is often used for planned departures, especially for travel. It can also imply a sense of urgency or finality. For casual departures, '出る' (deru) is more commonly used.
Word Breakdown
発
to start, to depart
rootつ
verb ending (intransitive)
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