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VocabJLPT N3

to turn

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to bend
2. to curve
3. to turn
4. to be awry

This verb means to turn or to bend in a direction. It is commonly used when giving directions, such as telling someone to turn left or right at a corner, and can also describe a road or path that curves.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We definitely should've turned left back there, right?

Sentence 2

If you turn that sharply, the luggage is going to fall!

Sentence 3

Ugh, the key got bent and now it won't go into the lock!

Sentence 4

Turn right first, then go straight ahead, please.

Sentence 5

To get to the venue, go up the stairs and turn right.