検索
to pick out
[phrase form: pick]
01
選ぶ, 選び出す
to choose among a group of people or things
Transitive: to pick out sb/sth
Example
They asked the children to pick out their favorite toys.
She took her time to pick out the perfect dress for the event.
Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.
02
見分ける, 選ぶ
to identify someone or something in a group, often because of their unique features
Transitive: to pick out a sensory stimulant
Example
Among the chorus of bird calls, he could pick out the distinctive song of the nightingale.
Among the crowd, she could easily pick out her father 's voice.
With his sharp eyes, he can pick out distant ships on the horizon.
03
見分ける, 見抜く
to see in an unclear and blurry manner, often due to low light, distance, etc.
Transitive: to pick out a shape
Example
Through the fog, they could just pick out the silhouette of the ship on the horizon.
In the early morning mist, it was difficult to pick out the landmarks along the trail.
From a distance, it was hard to pick out the details of the distant mountain range.
04
選び出す, 目立たせる
to make something noticeable, usually by using different colors, designs, material, etc.
Transitive: to pick out sth
Example
The yellow stripes on the road were picked out, providing clear guidance for drivers.
He picked out the logo on the shirt using a neon thread.
The carvings on the wooden door were picked out in white.
05
耳で弾く, 覚えて演奏する
to play a piece of music by ear, without the use of sheet music
Transitive: to pick out a musical piece
Example
With her keen musical ear, she easily picked out the song 's chorus.
At the campfire, she picked out a familiar song and everyone sang along.
She can pick out any tune on the piano after hearing it just once.
例
They asked the children to pick out their favorite toys.
She took her time to pick out the perfect dress for the event.
Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.
近隣の言葉
