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directions
dih-REHK-shuhnz
Directions (noun) means Instructions explaining how to get somewhere or how to do something. Example: “The directions in the manual were clear, so assembly was simple.”
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Instructions explaining how to get somewhere or how to do something.
"The directions in the manual were clear, so assembly was simple."
"He asked a local for directions to the train station."
"Follow the directions on the packet carefully."
"I got so lost on my way downtown I had to ask for directions."
"Please follow the attached directions when assembling these shelves."
How to use directions
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStep-by-step guidance for reaching a place or completing a task.
Common pairings
ask for directions
follow directions
give directions
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Frequently asked questions
What does “directions” mean?
The word “directions” means instructions explaining how to get somewhere or how to do something. In plain terms, step-by-step guidance for reaching a place or completing a task.
How do you pronounce “directions”?
“Directions” is pronounced dih-REHK-shuhnz (/dɪˈɹɛk.ʃənz/ in IPA).
How do you use “directions” in a sentence?
Here is “directions” used in a sentence: “He asked a local for directions to the train station.”
What part of speech is “directions”?
“Directions” is a noun.
Is “directions” a common word?
“Directions” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between 'directions' and 'instructions'?
The two words overlap, and directions are often a type of instruction. Directions most commonly explain how to get somewhere or how to do a task step by step, while instructions is a broader word for any order or detailed guidance on how to do or use something.
What is the difference between 'directions' and 'direction'?
In the singular, direction usually means a course or the line along which something moves, as in 'walk in that direction'. In the plural, directions means the set of instructions explaining how to reach a place or complete a task, as in 'follow the directions on the packet'.
What words commonly go with 'directions'?
Directions often pairs with verbs like ask for, give, follow, and read. Common phrases include 'ask for directions', 'get directions', and 'follow the directions', all drawing on its meaning of instructions for getting somewhere or doing something.
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