northwards

🇬🇧 UK/'nɔ:θwәdz/🇺🇸 US
B2

Definitions

adv.

In a northerly direction; toward the north.

向北,朝北方

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
northother
+
wardssuffix
=northwards

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The expedition traveled northwards through dense forests and mountain passes.

  • 2.

    After leaving the city, they journeyed northwards toward the remote villages.

  • 3.

    The river flowed northwards until it merged with the larger river system.

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