逃がす

にがす

to let loose, to set free, to let escape

Also:to miss (e.g. a chance)

What does 逃がす mean?

逃がす is a Japanese verb meaning to let loose, to set free, to let escape in English. It can also be translated as to miss (e.g. a chance) depending on context. It is written as 逃がす in kanji, にがす in hiragana, and nigasu in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N2 vocabulary.

Example sentence

こんなにすばらしい機会を逃がしてはいけない。

You mustn't miss such a good opportunity.