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direction

/dɪˈrɛkʃən/

Direction is the way or path that someone or something moves, looks, or points. It also refers to the instructions you follow to reach a specific destination or place.

例文

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1

Could you tell me which direction the train station is?

Can you show me the way to the train station?

2

The manager gave clear direction on how to complete the travel forms.

The supervisor provided instructions for the travel documents.

3

I think we are going in the wrong direction!

I believe we are traveling the wrong way.

語族

名詞
direction
Verb
direct
副詞
directly
形容詞
directional
関連
director
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覚え方のコツ

Remember 'DIR' stands for 'Destination Is Reached' if you follow the direction!

クイックテスト

Excuse me, I am lost. Can you give me ___ to the airport?

正解!

正解は: directions

例文

1

Could you tell me which direction the train station is?

everyday

Can you show me the way to the train station?

2

The manager gave clear direction on how to complete the travel forms.

formal

The supervisor provided instructions for the travel documents.

3

I think we are going in the wrong direction!

informal

I believe we are traveling the wrong way.

4

The study analyzes the direction of global migration patterns.

academic

The research looks at where people are moving in the world.

5

The company is moving in a new direction to increase international sales.

business

The business is changing its plan to sell more items abroad.

語族

名詞
direction
Verb
direct
副詞
directly
形容詞
directional
関連
director

よく使う組み合わせ

ask for directions to ask someone how to get to a place
opposite direction the way that is completely across from where you are going
follow directions to do exactly what the instructions say
right direction the correct way to reach a destination
change direction to start moving or pointing toward a different way

よく使うフレーズ

sense of direction

a natural ability to know where you are or which way to go

in the right direction

moving toward a correct result or goal

under the direction of

being managed or guided by a specific person

よく混同される語

direction vs direct

Direction is a noun (the way), while direct is usually a verb (to show the way) or adjective (straight).

direction vs address

An address is a specific house number and street; directions are the steps to get to that house.

📝

使い方のコツ

When you want to know how to get somewhere, always use the plural 'directions'. Use the singular 'direction' to talk about the general line of movement (e.g., North).

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よくある間違い

Learners often say 'I need a direction to the hotel' instead of 'I need directions to the hotel'.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Remember 'DIR' stands for 'Destination Is Reached' if you follow the direction!

📖

語源

From the Latin 'directionem', which means 'a making straight' or 'a line'.

文法パターン

Countable noun (plural: directions) Usually used with prepositions 'in' or 'from' Often used with verbs like 'ask', 'give', or 'follow'
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文化的な背景

In Western cultures, directions are often given using street names and left/right turns, while in some other cultures, cardinal points like North and East are used more frequently.

クイックテスト

Excuse me, I am lost. Can you give me ___ to the airport?

正解!

正解は: directions

Travelの関連語

map

A1

A map is a visual representation or drawing of an area, such as a city, country, or the entire world. It shows physical features like roads, rivers, and landmarks to help people find locations or navigate from one place to another.

passenger

A1

A passenger is a person who travels in a vehicle, such as a car, bus, train, or airplane, but is not driving it or working on it. They usually pay a fare or have a ticket to travel from one place to another.

hostel

A1

A budget-friendly type of accommodation where guests usually rent a bed in a shared room (dormitory) and share common facilities like a kitchen or lounge. It is popular among students, backpackers, and young travelers looking for an affordable way to stay in a city.

reservation

A1

A reservation is an arrangement you make in advance to keep a seat, a table, or a room for yourself. It ensures that you have a place when you arrive at a hotel, restaurant, or on a train.

check-in

A1

The process of reporting your arrival at a hotel, airport, or event. It usually involves showing your ID and receiving things like a room key or a boarding pass.

reception

A1

The place in a hotel or office building where people go when they first arrive. It is the area where guests are greeted and can ask for information or check in.

key

A1

A small piece of metal used for opening or closing a lock on a door, suitcase, or vehicle. In travel, it often refers to a metal object or an electronic card used to access a hotel room.

lobby

A1

A lobby is a large room near the entrance of a building, like a hotel or theater, where people can wait or meet. It is the first area you enter and usually has a reception desk and seating.

elevator

A1

A machine like a small room that carries people up and down between different floors of a building. It is an essential form of vertical transportation in tall buildings to avoid using stairs.

shower

A1

A device that washes the body with a spray of water, or the act of washing oneself under such a spray. It is a standard fixture in bathrooms used for daily personal hygiene.

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