English–Japanese

“go toward” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimukau

Example

学校に向かいます。gak kō ni mu ka i ma su

I am heading to school.

Illustration for 向かう (go toward)

How to say “go toward” in Japanese

“Go toward” in Japanese is 向かう (mukau).

Expresses directing one's movement or position toward a particular destination, person, or point.

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

Example sentences with 向かう

仕事が終わったら、私は家へ向かいます。shi goto ga o wa tta ra watashi wa ie e mu ka i ma su

When work is over, I will head home.

Tips for using 向かう

  • 向かう (mukau, "go toward") can describe a person heading to school, work, or an event, even before the person reaches the destination.

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