To cease holding or gripping something, thereby allowing it to move freely or to make it available for others.
To liberate a person or an animal that has been confined or restrained, granting them the ability to move or act independently.
To scatter or distribute substances, such as food or liquids, into a larger medium, allowing them to spread out.
To fire or discharge a weapon or projectile, initiating its movement away from the shooter.
Example:
その犬はボールを放そうとしなかった。
To release something that was previously held in one's hand or grasp, allowing it to fall or move away from one's control.
To transfer ownership of something valuable to another person, whether through sale or a gesture of giving.
To allow a person previously under one's care or supervision to go elsewhere, thereby relinquishing responsibility for their protection or guidance.
To temporarily cease or suspend involvement in a task or job, often due to other pressing commitments.
Example:
その指輪を手放すな。
To separate an object or entity from a larger, connected whole, resulting in distinct, individual parts.
To release something that is physically or metaphorically bound, allowing it to function independently or move away freely.
To remove a specific component from a larger system, often for the purpose of examination or individual assessment.
To divide or sever connections between elements, thus creating a situation where they no longer influence or interact with each other.
Example:
金と権力は、切り離せない。
To forcefully separate someone or something by pushing them away, often resulting in a physical distance.
To intentionally treat someone coldly or dismissively, severing personal connections or emotional ties.
To adopt a perspective or approach that is devoid of personal feelings or biases, maintaining an objective or detached viewpoint.
To make the decision that someone or something is beyond help and stop providing support or care.
To conclude that there is no longer any hope for improvement and to cease involvement or connection, often leading to feelings of abandonment.
To resign oneself to the belief that an individual or situation is hopeless and to withdraw assistance or engagement entirely.
Example:
彼は医者に見放された。