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[ほう()·がく()]
hougaku
noun

English Meaning(s) for 方角

noun
  1. direction; way
  2. point of the compass; cardinal direction; bearing
  3. method; means; approach

Definition and Synonyms for 方角

Direction a general course along which something has a tendency to develop
Synonyms: 向き, 向く, 方向, 方角, 方針, 方面
Line a connected series of events or actions or developments
Synonyms: コース, 方向, 方角, 方針, 路線, 過程
Direction a line leading to a place or point
Synonyms: , , , 方向, 方角, , , 道のり, 道筋, 道順
Direction the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves
Synonyms: 向き, 向く, , , , 方位, 方向, 方角, , , 針路
Orientation position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions
Synonyms: 定位, 方角, 配向, 配向性
Point any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass
Synonyms: 方角

Meanings for each kanji in 方角

» direction; person; alternative
» angle; corner; square; horn; antlers

Categories 方角 is a member of

Position the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated
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Inclination an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
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Series similar things placed in order or happening one after another
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Path an established line of travel or access
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Direction the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 方角

Sample Sentences for 方角

I am afraid we are advancing in the wrong direction.
The object flew away to the south, giving out flashes of light.
They communicate the distance and direction of the food by dancing.

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