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向け

Noun + 向けNoun1 向けの Noun2Noun + 向けに作られた / 向けに

Meanings

  • Intended for
  • Aimed at
  • Designed for a specific audience

About this pattern

Explanation

向け indicates the target audience or purpose of something. It shows who something is designed for or who it is suitable for. It is often used with nouns referring to people (e.g., children, beginners, women) or with products and services meant for a particular group. The basic form is Noun + 向け, and you can attach の to create a more specific noun phrase (Noun1 向けの Noun2). You can also describe something as being made for a target group using 向けに作られた or 向けに followed by a verb.

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Example sentences

子供向けの絵本を買った。

I bought a children's picture book.

女性向けファッション誌を読んでいる。

I'm reading a fashion magazine aimed at women.

初心者向けのパソコン講座が始まります。

A computer course for beginners is starting.

旅行者向けの地図を配布する。

Distribute maps for travelers.

このアプリはビジネスマン向けに作られた。

This app was made for business professionals.