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    Directions (en. Directions)

    /diˈrɛkʃənz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Instructions or indications on how to get to a place.
    The directions to get to the station were clear.
    Les directions pour arriver à la gare étaient claires.
    The act of showing the way to follow.
    Can you give me directions to the museum?
    Peux-tu me donner des directions pour aller au musée ?
    Guidelines regarding navigation.
    She followed the directions from the GPS.
    Elle a suivi les directions du GPS.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'direction', derived from Latin 'directio'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Ask for directions
    To ask someone how to get to a place.
    Demander des directions
    Follow the directions
    To follow the instructions given to reach a destination.
    Suivre les directions
    Give directions
    To tell someone how to get to a place.
    Donner des directions

    Related Words

    indication
    Reporting or recommendation on a subject.
    indication
    navigation
    The action of moving from one place to another using maps or tools.
    navigation
    orientation
    The ability to orient oneself in space.
    orientation

    Slang Meanings

    Left or right.
    Turn left at the red light, that's where you'll find the café.
    Prends à gauche au feu rouge, c'est là que tu trouveras le café.
    The way to follow.
    He knows all the shortcuts, ask him for directions.
    Il connaît tous les raccourcis, demande-lui les directions.