What does 八方 mean?
八方 is a Japanese noun meaning “all directions” or “every side” in English. It is written as 八方 in kanji, はっぽう in hiragana, and happou in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N2 vocabulary.
NoteMostly in 四方八方 (in every direction) and 八方美人 (someone who tries to please everyone).
Example sentences
子供たちは四方八方に逃げた。
The children ran off in every direction.
八方手を尽くした。
I tried everything I could.