1.
attendance, presence and absence
The record or status of being present or absent, typically in schools or meetings.
出欠 combines 出席 (presence) and 欠席 (absence).
Common patterns
- 出欠を取る: to take attendance
- 出欠の確認: confirmation of attendance
- 出欠を連絡する: to inform of attendance status
- 出欠簿: attendance register
Usage
Used in schools, meetings, and events. When responding to invitations, this refers to whether someone will attend or not.
Watch out
Do not confuse with 出血 (bleeding), which has the same reading.
Related Words
Homophone:
出血 (bleeding, hemorrhage)