向く

This is the 7799th most frequent Japanese word.


向く

"向く" means "to face," "to turn toward," or "to be suited for."


Here, '向く' is used to describe the direction in which a person or object is facing.

私は北を向いて立っています。

I am standing facing north.


Here, '向く' is used in a figurative sense to indicate suitability or compatibility.

この仕事はあなたに向いています。

This job suits you.


Here, '向く' is used to describe movement or orientation towards a specific direction or goal.

彼女がパーティーに向かって歩いています。

She is walking toward the party.