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How to pronounce “direction

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Pronunciation guide for direction

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of direction with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
Sean CarrollThey have both a magnitude and a direction.
Definition summary
A theoretical line (physically or mentally) followed from a point of origin or towards a destination. May be relative (e.g. up, left, outbound, dorsal), geographical (e.g. north), rotational (e.g. clockwise), or with respect to an object or location (e.g. toward Boston).

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How to pronounce direction

Sean Carroll

They have both a magnitude and a direction.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “direction

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A theoretical line (physically or mentally) followed from a point of origin or towards a destination. May be relative (e.g. up, left, outbound, dorsal), geographical (e.g. north), rotational (e.g. clockwise), or with respect to an object or location (e.g. toward Boston).
  • A general trend for future action.
  • Guidance, instruction.
  • The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.
  • (dated) The body of persons who guide or manage a matter; the directorate.
  • (archaic) A person's address.

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