向く

Meaning

1. v5kvtvi
   to turn toward; to look (up, down, etc.)
2. v5kvtvi
   to face (e.g. east) (of a building, window, etc.); to look out on; to front (on)
3. v5kvtvi
   to point (of an arrow, compass needle, etc.)
4. v5kvi
   to be suited to; to be fit for
5. v5kvi
   to go towards; to turn to (of one's interests, feelings, etc.); to be inclined (to do)

Example sentences

• 私は芸術家ではない。全然向いていない。

  I am not an artist. I never had the knack for it.

• 僕の意見では彼はその仕事には向いていない。

  In my opinion he is not fit for the work.

• 北を向くと、東は右側になる。

  If you face north, the east is on your right.