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direction in Japanese

direction in Japanese is 方向, 指揮, 監督 — direction means the line or path along which something moves or faces.

direction in Japanese

方向
noun
Pronounced: hōkō
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).
指揮
noun
Pronounced: shiki
The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.
監督
noun
Pronounced: kantoku
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 car sped off in the direction of the coast."
  2. noun Guidance or instruction about what to do.
    "She gave clear direction to the new interns."
  3. noun The overall course a project, career, or plan is heading in.
    "The company changed direction after the merger."

direction in a sentence

  • The car sped off in the direction of the coast.
  • Which direction is the wind blowing from?
  • She gave clear direction to the new interns.
  • The company changed direction after the merger.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "direction" in Japanese?

"direction" in Japanese is 方向, 指揮, 監督. direction means: The line or path along which something moves or faces.

How do you pronounce 方向?

"direction" in Japanese is 方向, pronounced "hōkō".

How do you use "direction" in a sentence?

Example: "The car sped off in the direction of the coast." In Japanese, "direction" is 方向, 指揮, 監督.

Are there other ways to say "direction" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "direction": 方向, 指揮, 監督.

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