To move an object from a higher position to a lower one, thereby causing it to lose its support and descend. This action can be intentional, such as shaking a tree to make fruits fall, or accidental, like dropping a glass.
To cause something that was once present to become absent, whether by losing possession of it, like dropping a wallet, or by failing to participate in something expected, such as missing an important match.
To diminish or reduce the state or quality of something, resulting in a lower level than before, such as reducing speed while driving or lowering voice volume in a conversation.
To alter a situation from one state to another, leading to a change, such as conquering a castle or forcing a confession from a suspect during interrogation.
To intentionally remove or exclude items from a group or selection, whether by leaving them out of a roster or failing to meet certain qualifications in a selection process.
Example:
彼は花瓶を落とした。
To sever a part from the main body by cutting, often as a means of removal or reduction of excess.
To intentionally destroy a barrier, like an embankment, in order to release water or allow flow.
In a theatrical context, to simultaneously release a curtain by cutting its ties so that it falls down.
Example:
彼は木の枝を何本か切り落とした。
To not notice something significant while being aware of it, often due to a momentary lapse in attention or focus.
To unintentionally fail to observe an error or important detail despite having the opportunity to do so.
To neglect to recognize something important while observing the surrounding information or context.
Example:
アメリカ人は何を見落としているのだろうか。
To cause something or someone to fall off by shaking or sudden movement, often as a result of vigorous motion or a change in direction.
To dislodge or eject from one's position by means of vigorous shaking or forceful actions.
To strongly push someone or something from a higher position to a lower one, often causing them to fall.
To bring someone into a bad situation or low state, as if forcing them down emotionally or socially.
In sumo, to defeat an opponent by thrusting them off balance and causing them to fall sideways from the edge of the ring.
Example:
彼女は幸福の絶頂から不幸のどん底へ突き落とされた。