N4
むかい (mukai)
向かい
opposite; across the street/facing
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to the position directly opposite or facing something. Often used with の or に to indicate location (例:店の向かい、向かいに座る). (何かの真向かいの位置を指します。場所を示す際に「~の向かい」「~に向かい」のように使われます。)
📝 Example Sentences
駅の向かいに新しいカフェができました。
A new cafe opened across from the station.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "向かい"!
銀行は郵便局の_______です。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 郵便局の「反対側」の位置なので、「向かい」が適切です。
English: '向かい' is appropriate as it refers to the position directly 'opposite' the post office.
English: '向かい' is appropriate as it refers to the position directly 'opposite' the post office.
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