向かい
むかい
mukai
adjectiveVocabularyLevel 37 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

向かい (むかい (mukai)) means "facing". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

facing

Also : across · opposite · other side · across the street

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 向かい (むかい) means 'facing'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of facing.

Example Sentences

彼女は向かいの席に座っている。

かのじょはむかいのせきにすわっている。

She is sitting in the facing seat.

向かいの家に越してきた人と話した。

むかいのいえにこしてきたひととはなした。

I talked with the person who moved into the house across the street.

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