A1 adverb Neutral #43 most common

out

/aʊt/

The word 'out' describes movement away from the inside of a place, such as a building, room, or container. It also indicates being away from home or a usual location for a specific period of time.

Examples

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1

She opened the door and walked out.

She exited through the doorway.

2

The witnesses were escorted out of the courtroom.

The witnesses were led away from the interior of the court.

3

I'm hanging out at the mall today.

I am spending my free time at the shopping center.

Word Family

Noun
out
Verb
out
Adverb
out
Adjective
out
Related
outing
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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'Exit'. The 'X' marks the spot where you go 'out'.

Quick Quiz

Please take the dog ____ for a walk.

Correct!

The correct answer is: out

Examples

1

She opened the door and walked out.

everyday

She exited through the doorway.

2

The witnesses were escorted out of the courtroom.

formal

The witnesses were led away from the interior of the court.

3

I'm hanging out at the mall today.

informal

I am spending my free time at the shopping center.

4

The energy is released out into the atmosphere.

academic

The energy moves away from the source into the air.

5

The CEO is out of the office until Monday.

business

The chief executive is not present at the workplace until Monday.

Word Family

Noun
out
Verb
out
Adverb
out
Adjective
out
Related
outing

Common Collocations

go out to leave a building or go to a social event
get out to exit a vehicle or a room
look out to look through a window or to be careful
stay out to remain away from home late at night
run out to leave quickly or to finish a supply of something

Common Phrases

out of order

not working or broken

out of time

having no more time left

out of sight

hidden or cannot be seen

Often Confused With

out vs outside

'Out' is an adverb of movement or state, while 'outside' usually refers to the physical area or position beyond a boundary.

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Usage Notes

Use 'out' when describing the direction of movement from a closed space. It is frequently paired with 'of' (e.g., 'out of the house') when followed by a noun.

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Common Mistakes

Many learners say 'out the room' instead of 'out of the room'. In standard English, 'of' is usually required before a noun.

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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'Exit'. The 'X' marks the spot where you go 'out'.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Old English word 'ūt', meaning 'outward' or 'outside'.

Grammar Patterns

Used as a particle in phrasal verbs (e.g., work out, find out). Followed by 'of' when used before a noun (out of + noun). Can function as an adjective meaning 'not in' (The lights are out).
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Cultural Context

In English-speaking cultures, 'going out' is a standard way to say you are going to a restaurant, bar, or cinema for fun.

Quick Quiz

Please take the dog ____ for a walk.

Correct!

The correct answer is: out

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