English–French

“direction” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/diʁɛksjɔ̃/

Example

Prenez la direction du nord.

Head north.

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How to say “direction” in French

“Direction” in French is direction.

A chosen course that points a person or object toward its destination.

Full entry for direction: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with direction

La direction du vent a changé pendant la nuit.

The direction of the wind changed during the night.

Tips for using direction

  • Prendre la direction de + a place means to head toward that place.

Other French words for “direction”

L'orientation du vent a changé.

The direction of the wind changed.

“direction” in other languages