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direction in French

direction in French is direction, régie — direction means the line or path along which something moves or faces.

direction in French

direction
noun
A theoretical line (physically or mentally) followed from a point of origin or towards a destination. May be relative (e.g. up, left, outbound, dorsal), geographical (e.g. north), rotational (e.g. clockwise), or with respect to an object or location (e.g. toward Boston).
direction
noun
The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.
régie
noun
The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.

What does "direction" mean?

  1. noun The line or path along which something moves or faces.
    "The signpost pointed in the opposite direction from the village."
  2. noun Guidance or instruction about what to do.
    "Without clear direction from the manager, the team wasted a whole week."
  3. noun The overall course a project, career, or plan is heading in.
    "After years of doubt, he finally found a new direction in life."
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direction in a sentence

  • The signpost pointed in the opposite direction from the village.
  • The car sped off in the direction of the coast.
  • Without clear direction from the manager, the team wasted a whole week.
  • The students worked under the direction of an experienced teacher.

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What is "direction" in French?
"direction" in French is direction, régie. direction means: The line or path along which something moves or faces.
How do you use "direction" in a sentence?
Example: "The signpost pointed in the opposite direction from the village." In French, "direction" is direction, régie.
Are there other ways to say "direction" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "direction": direction, régie.
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