designed for, aimed at

Beginner

15-20 min

very common

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Explanation

Indicates intentional target audience.

[Noun] + 向け

外国人向けの日本語教科書。

Gaikokujin muke no nihongo kyoukasho.

A Japanese textbook designed for foreigners.

若者向けのファッション雑誌。

Wakamono muke no fasshon zasshi.

A fashion magazine aimed at young people.

More intentional than 向き.

～向き

suitable for, intended for

～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)

Common in marketing and product descriptions.

JLPTBooks Editorial Team

Japanese Language Education Specialists

Last updated: Jan 2

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