彼はいきなり泣き出した。
He suddenly started crying.
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The lost child suddenly burst into tears.
彼はおいおいと泣き出した。
He burst into loud tears.
弟は泣き出したかと思えば、すぐに笑い始めた。
Just as my younger brother started crying, he immediately started laughing.
彼女は両手で顔を覆って、泣き出した。
She covered her face with both hands and burst into tears.
彼は人目もお構いなしに泣き出した
He started crying without caring about people's gaze.
Usage Notes
Used when someone suddenly begins to cry. Often implies a sudden or strong emotional release.
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