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Types of Directions

The Four Cardinal Directions
The Four Cardinal Directions

The four cardinal directions are north, south, east and west. These are the four main directions on the compass rose, which is a depiction of all the directions seen on a map. They are usually marked with the initials N, S, E and W.

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The Four Diagonal Directions
The Four Diagonal Directions

Get driving directions to Four Points by Sheraton Barcelona Diagonal. Enter your location for printable, step-by-step instructions and maps.

The two Relative Directions: in and out
The two Relative Directions: in and out

No absolute direction corresponds to any of the relative directions. This is a consequence of the translational invariance of the laws of physics: nature, loosely speaking, behaves the same no matter what direction one moves.

The two Vertical Directions: up and Down
The two Vertical Directions: up and Down

The terms vertical and horizontal often describe directions: a vertical line goes up and down, and a horizontal line goes across. You can remember which direction is vertical by the letter, "v," which points down.

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