expression, ichidan verb
emit a voice; produce a sound
Describes a voice or sound coming out, often involuntarily or naturally. Can refer to people, animals, or objects.
驚いて、思わず声が出た。
I was so surprised that a voice escaped me involuntarily.
緊張して、最初はうまく声が出なかった。
I was nervous, and at first my voice wouldn't come out.
expression, ichidan verb
be able to speak
Usually used in negative expressions like 声が出ない to indicate loss of voice or inability to speak, e.g., due to illness or shock.
風邪で声が出ない。
I can't speak because of a cold.
あまりの恐怖に声が出なかった。
I was so terrified that I couldn't utter a sound.