Definition
外出 (wài chū) is a neutral, somewhat formal verb for 'go out (for a purpose)' or 'go away (on a trip)'. It is broader than 出去 (just 'go out') and more formal than 出门 (everyday 'leave the house'). Unlike specific compounds like 出差 (business trip) or 出国 (go abroad), 外出 does not specify the type of trip.
verb
to go out (for errands, work, or a specific purpose)to go away (on a trip or business)
Examples
- 外出，。Tā jīntiān wài chū bànshì, wǎnshàng cái huílái.He went out today for errands and won't be back until evening.
- 外出。Gōngsī pài wǒ wài chū chūchāi yí gè xīngqī.The company sent me on a business trip out of town for a week.
- ，外出。Tā shēngbìng le, bù néng wài chū.He's sick and can't go out.
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