Translation guide
How to express 'spit out' in Japanese, covering literal spitting of objects, figurative spitting out of words, and related expressions.
To forcefully expel something from the mouth, such as food, liquid, or an object.
The most common and general verb for 'spit out'. It can be used for food, drink, or anything in the mouth.
Because it tasted bad, I spat out the food.
He spat out the water.
A shorter verb meaning 'to spit' or 'to vomit'. Often used in compounds or casual speech. Can sound a bit blunt.
Spit out your gum.
An onomatopoeic expression emphasizing the sound of spitting. Used for dramatic effect.
He spat out his saliva with a 'ptooey'.
To utter words abruptly, angrily, or with contempt.
Literally 'to say as if spitting out'. Used when someone speaks in a harsh, dismissive manner.
He spat out, 'Get out!'
A verb meaning 'to spit out (words)' or 'to say scornfully'. Can be used without 言う.
Means 'to verbally abuse' or 'to hurl insults'. Stronger than just spitting out words.
He spat out insults at his opponent.
To expel a specific bodily fluid or substance from the mouth.
The verb 唾を吐く (つばをはく) specifically means 'to spit saliva'. Use 吐き出す for spitting out objects or food.
Don't spit on the street.
She spat out curses.