輸出
The act of sending goods or services produced in one country to another country for sale or trade. In Japanese, it functions as a noun and a suru-verb, representing the 'exit' of products from a domestic market.
Examples
3 of 5この車は多くの国に輸出されています。
This car is exported to many countries.
我が社は来期より、東南アジア市場へ製品を輸出する計画でございます。
Our company plans to export products to the Southeast Asian market starting next term.
これ、輸出用のモデルだから日本じゃ買えないよ。
This is an export model, so you can't buy it in Japan.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Focus on the second kanji: 出 (de/shutsu) means 'to exit' or 'go out'. Since 'Yu' represents transport, 'Yushutsu' is literally 'Transporting Out'.
Quick Quiz
日本はたくさんの車を外国へ____しています。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 輸出
Examples
この車は多くの国に輸出されています。
everydayThis car is exported to many countries.
我が社は来期より、東南アジア市場へ製品を輸出する計画でございます。
formalOur company plans to export products to the Southeast Asian market starting next term.
これ、輸出用のモデルだから日本じゃ買えないよ。
informalThis is an export model, so you can't buy it in Japan.
輸出の増加は、その国の国内総生産に直接的な影響を及ぼす。
academicAn increase in exports has a direct impact on the country's Gross Domestic Product.
輸出コストを削減するために、新しい物流ルートを検討しています。
businessWe are considering new logistics routes to reduce export costs.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
輸出大国
exporting superpower
輸出依存
export dependence
輸出規制
export controls
Often Confused With
Yushutsu (輸出) means sending goods out, while Yunyuu (輸入) means bringing goods in.
Ishutsu refers to moving goods between regions within the same country, whereas Yushutsu is specifically international.
Usage Notes
It is most frequently used as a suru-verb (輸出する) to describe the action of trading abroad. It can also be combined with other nouns to form compound business terms like 'yushutsu-gakki' (export period).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the kanji '輸' with '輪' (wheel) because they look similar. Additionally, beginners sometimes swap the characters for 'import' and 'export' because they both start with 'Yu'.
Memory Tip
Focus on the second kanji: 出 (de/shutsu) means 'to exit' or 'go out'. Since 'Yu' represents transport, 'Yushutsu' is literally 'Transporting Out'.
Word Origin
Composed of 輸 (yu - to transport/convey) and 出 (shutsu - to exit/go out).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Japan is traditionally characterized as a 'Yushutsu-rikkoku' (export-oriented nation), historically relying on the export of electronics and automobiles for economic growth.
Quick Quiz
日本はたくさんの車を外国へ____しています。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 輸出
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