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向き
muki
Description
「向き」は、物がどちらを向いているか、つまり方向を表す言葉です。
"向き" is a word that indicates which way something is facing, that is, its direction.
また、「初心者向き」のように、だれに合っているかを表すこともあります。
Also, "向き" can express who something is suitable for, as in "初心者向き" (suitable for beginners).
Meanings
向きmuki
direction something faces; orientation
机の向きを変えました。
I changed the direction of the desk.
向きmuki
being suited to; suitable for
この本は子ども向きです。
This book is for children.
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Notes
- Etymology
noun form of the verb 向く (muku, to face), so it means 'facing/direction'.
- Nuance
向き means 'suited to' a group's tastes, while 向け means 'made/aimed for' a target.
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