Usage Note
ausschütteln means to shake something vigorously to remove dust, crumbs, or debris. Separable: er schüttelt aus, hat ausgeschüttelt. Used for rugs, duvets, tablecloths, and clothing.
Examples
"Sie schüttelt die Bettdecke am offenen Fenster aus."
Natural Translation
She shakes out the duvet at the open window.
Literal Translation
She shakes the duvet at-the open window out.
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