opposite side; directly in front; face-to-face
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
opposite side; across the way
informalUsed to indicate a location directly opposite, often with the suffix "儿". Commonly refers to places like houses, shops, or streets facing each other.
His house is right across from mine.
A new cafe opened across from the school.
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The post office is opposite the bank.
noun
directly in front; ahead
Refers to the space or direction immediately facing someone. Often indicates that something is approaching or coming towards the speaker.
A person is coming from straight ahead.
He looked up and saw a bus coming straight towards him.
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Directly ahead of the boat is a lighthouse.
adverb
face-to-face; in person
informalIndicates that an action is done directly between people, without intermediaries. Often emphasizes directness, clarity, or personal involvement, and is frequently used with the suffix "儿".
This matter needs to be discussed by them face-to-face.
We'd better talk it out face-to-face.
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To solve the problem, you need to talk in person.