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外出 (wàichū) vs 出去 (chūqù) — use 外出 for formal or general outings, while 出去 is more casual and implies leaving a specific place.
Be careful not to confuse 外出 with just going outside (出去). 外出 often implies a longer trip or outing, while 出去 can simply mean stepping outside. It is more commonly used in formal speech or writings.
Although 外出 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it connects well with words related to travel and movement, such as 走 (zǒu - to walk) and 去 (qù - to go). Focus on using it in sentences that describe plans or activities outside your home.
Learners often mix up 外出 with other similar phrases like 出去. For example, saying '我去外出' is incorrect; instead, simply say '我外出' (Wǒ wàichū - I am going out).
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How to say to go out in Chinese
“to go out” in Chinese is外出
外出 (wài chū) means 'to go out' or 'to go away,' typically used when referring to leaving one's home or place for an outing or a trip. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, such as when talking about going out to work, travel, or simply enjoying leisure time outside.
When to use 外出
Be careful not to confuse 外出 with just going outside (出去). 外出 often implies a longer trip or outing, while 出去 can simply mean stepping outside. It is more commonly used in formal speech or writings.
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外出 (wàichū) vs 出去 (chūqù) — use 外出 for formal or general outings, while 出去 is more casual and implies leaving a specific place.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 外出 with other similar phrases like 出去. For example, saying '我去外出' is incorrect; instead, simply say '我外出' (Wǒ wàichū - I am going out).
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Yes, but it usually implies a more significant outing than just going outside.
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