方向
Refers to the physical way something is pointing or moving, as well as the abstract path or course of action taken. It is commonly used to describe spatial orientation or the general trend of a situation or project.
Exemples
3 sur 5駅の方向へ歩いてください。
Please walk in the direction of the station.
現在の方向で進めてもよろしいでしょうか。
May we proceed in the current direction?
あっちの方向だよ。
It's in that direction.
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Visualize the kanji: 方 means 'side' and 向 means 'facing.' Together they literally mean 'the side you are facing.'
Quiz rapide
風の___が変わりました。
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : 方向
Exemples
駅の方向へ歩いてください。
everydayPlease walk in the direction of the station.
現在の方向で進めてもよろしいでしょうか。
formalMay we proceed in the current direction?
あっちの方向だよ。
informalIt's in that direction.
研究の方向性が議論されました。
academicThe direction of the research was discussed.
来年度の経営の方向を決定しました。
businessWe have decided on the direction of management for the next fiscal year.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
方向を見失う
to lose one's direction/way
方向転換
a change of course or shift in direction
逆の方向
the opposite direction
Souvent confondu avec
方角 refers specifically to compass points like North or East, whereas 方向 is more general and can refer to any point in space or a metaphoric goal.
方針 refers to a policy or plan of action, while 方向 refers to the physical or conceptual path being followed.
Notes d'usage
It is often followed by the particle 'へ' (he) or 'に' (ni) to indicate movement toward a direction. In business, it frequently appears as '方向性' (houkousei) to describe the 'directionality' or 'vibe' of a plan.
Erreurs courantes
Learners sometimes use it interchangeably with '道' (michi - road/way), but '方向' refers to the orientation, not the physical street itself.
Astuce mémo
Visualize the kanji: 方 means 'side' and 向 means 'facing.' Together they literally mean 'the side you are facing.'
Origine du mot
A Sino-Japanese word (kango) combining 方 (side/square) and 向 (towards/facing).
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
Japanese street addresses are often based on districts and blocks rather than street names, making 'direction' (houkou) relative to landmarks very important for navigation.
Quiz rapide
風の___が変わりました。
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : 方向
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
協力
A1Cooperation or collaboration where two or more people combine their efforts to achieve a common goal. It is used in both personal and professional settings to describe working together as a team or providing assistance.
提案
A1A suggestion or proposal of a plan or idea for others to consider. It is used in both casual conversations and professional meetings to introduce a potential course of action.
輸出
A1The act of sending goods or services produced in one country to another country for sale or trade. In Japanese, it functions as a noun and a suru-verb, representing the 'exit' of products from a domestic market.
輸入
A1The act of bringing goods, services, or materials into a country from abroad for sale or use. In Japanese, it functions as a noun or can be combined with 'suru' to become a verb meaning 'to import'.
資源
A1Shigen refers to valuable materials or assets, such as natural minerals, energy sources, or human talent, that can be used for production or survival. It is widely used in economics, environmental science, and daily life to describe both raw materials and abstract wealth.
保護
A1The act of keeping someone or something safe from harm, damage, or loss by providing care or creating boundaries. It is a versatile term in Japanese used for social welfare, environmental conservation, and digital security.
観察
A1Observation is the act of watching someone or something carefully in order to gain information or understand a process. It is frequently used in scientific studies, nature analysis, and describing the act of paying close attention to details.
競争
A1Kyousou refers to the act of competing or vying with others to achieve a goal, win a prize, or establish superiority. It is a versatile term used in sports, business, and academics to describe both structured contests and general rivalry.
拡大
A1The act of making something larger in size, scale, or scope. It is frequently used for physical enlargement (like a photo) or abstract growth (like a business or a problem).
製造
A1The process of making or producing goods, typically on a large scale using machinery. It refers specifically to industrial manufacturing rather than making things by hand on a small scale.
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