1.
crossroads; intersection; four-way junction
A place where two roads cross, forming four corners. Used when giving directions or describing locations in a neighborhood.
四つ角を右に曲がる。
Turn right at the intersection.
あの四つ角にコンビニがある。
There is a convenience store at that intersection.
次の四つ角を左に曲がると、駅が見えてきます。
If you turn left at the next intersection, you will see the station.
USAGE:
A common word in everyday directions. Refers specifically to a four-way intersection where streets cross at roughly right angles. More colloquial and specific than 交差点, which is the general term for any intersection.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 四つ角を曲がる (to turn at the intersection)
- 四つ角の手前 (just before the intersection)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 交差点: intersection — the standard, slightly more formal term for any road crossing
- 十字路: crossroads — literally "cross-shaped road," more formal