向き

むき
muki

orientation, the way something faces

Alsosuited to (someone)

What does 向き mean?

向き is a Japanese noun meaning “orientation” or “the way something faces” in English. It can also be translated as “suited to (someone)” depending on context. It is written as 向き in kanji, むき in hiragana, and muki in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.

Example sentences

この部屋は南向きで、明るい。

This room faces south, so it's bright.

この本は初心者向きだ。

This book is suitable for beginners.

Words sharing kanji with 向き

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