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趋向
qūxiàng
Description
"趋向"的意思是事物向某个方向发展。
"趋向" means the development of something in a certain direction.
我们常用这个词来说一种变化的方向或趋势。
We often use this word to describe a direction or trend of change.
Meanings
趋向qūxiàng
a trend; a tendency; a direction of development
现在的趋向是买电动汽车。
The current trend is to buy electric cars.
趋向qūxiàng
to tend toward; to incline to
天气趋向暖和了。
The weather is tending to get warmer.
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Notes
- Etymology
趋 (to hasten toward) + 向 (direction), literally "to move toward a direction."
- Nuance
趋向 stresses a gradual movement; 趋势 emphasizes an overall trend or tendency.
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