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方向
fāngxiàng
Description
「方向」是指东、西、南、北这样的方位，也可以指做事情或发展的目标。
"方向" refers to orientations like east, west, south, and north, and can also mean the goal of an action or development.
我们常说「走错方向」或者「人生的方向」。
We often say "走错方向" (go the wrong 方向) or "人生的方向" (life's 方向).
Meanings
方向fāngxiàng
direction; the way something faces or moves
你走错方向了，车站在那边。
You went the wrong way; the station is over there.
方向fāngxiàng
goal or path of development; orientation
他还没找到努力的方向。
He hasn't found the right direction for his efforts yet.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
方 (square, side) + 向 (facing, toward), together meaning the way one faces or heads.
- Nuance
方向 is concrete direction or abstract aim; 方面 means 'aspect' and is not interchangeable.
In videos
“我觉得还是坚持我们原来的方向吧”
“符合我们品风创投的投资方向”
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