suitable for, intended for

Beginner

15-20 min

common

Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Indicates suitability for a certain group.

[Noun] + 向き

この本は初心者向きだ。

Kono hon wa shoshinsha muki da.

This book is suitable for beginners.

子供向きの番組を見ている。

Kodomo muki no bangumi wo mite iru.

I'm watching a program intended for children.

Different from 向け which is more purposeful.

～向け

designed for, aimed at

～に違いない

must be ~, no doubt that ~, undoubtedly

～に関して/関する

regarding ~, concerning ~, about ~

～について/つい

about ~, concerning ~

～に伴って/伴い/伴う

along with ~, as ~ (changes)

Describes inherent suitability.

JLPTBooks Editorial Team

Japanese Language Education Specialists

Last updated: Jan 2

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