Spanish · Common Verbs
Salir
To leave / To go out
Beginnerverb
Definition
To go from inside to outside; to depart.
Example
Salgo del trabajo a las seis.
I leave work at six.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'salīre', meaning 'to leap or jump', 'salir' has developed into the more general meaning of 'to leave' or 'to go out' in Spanish over time.
How & Where It’s Used
'Salir' is used in both written and spoken language and can be seen in formal and informal contexts. It is widely understood and has regional variations in expressions.