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JLPT N3 Intermediate

向く

To face a direction or be suited for a role

Readings

Other forms

向きます polite
向いて te-form
向いた past
向ける transitive, "to turn something toward"
1 Intransitive Verb

To Face / To Turn Toward

Describes the physical orientation of a person, object, or structure relative to the cardinal directions or a specific point.

Example

私 の 机 は 窓 に 向いて います 。

My desk faces the window.

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2 Intransitive Verb

To Be Suited For / To Be a Good Fit

Indicates that a person’s nature, personality, or skill set naturally matches the requirements of a job or activity.

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To face a direction or be suited for a role
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