1.
landmark; mark; sign
A distinguishing feature or object used as a reference point to identify a location or thing. Used both for physical markers and visual cues for navigation.
Usage
目印 is used when giving directions ("look for X as a landmark") or when marking something for later identification. It is a very common everyday word.
Common collocations
- 目印にする (to use as a landmark/marker)
- 目印になる (to serve as a landmark)
- 目印を付ける (to put a mark on something)
- いい目印 (a good landmark)
Similar words
目標 means "goal" or "target," not a visual marker. 標識 refers to an official sign (like a road sign), while 目印 is any distinguishing feature used as a reference point.