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
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
Pronounced: shiki
The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.
監督
Pronounced: kantoku
The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.
What does "direction" mean?
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noun The line or path along which something moves or faces.
"The signpost pointed in the opposite direction from the village."
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noun Guidance or instruction about what to do.
"Without clear direction from the manager, the team wasted a whole week."
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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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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 signpost pointed in the opposite direction from the village." 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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