Adverbs of Cardinal Directions

the direction toward which the sun goes down, which is on the left side of a person facing north

The west is home to vast deserts, rolling plains, and majestic mountain ranges.

the direction from which the sun rises, which is on the right side of a person facing north

The wind is blowing from the east today.

the direction on our right when we watch the sunrise

The sun rises in the east and sets in the south during the summer.

the direction on our left when we watch the sunrise

Canada is located to the north of the United States.

the direction midway between south and east

The storm is moving toward the southeast, bringing heavy rain.

the direction midway between south and west

The wind blew from the southwest.

the direction midway between north and west

If you look to the northwest, you can see the mountain range.

the direction midway between north and east

The storm is moving in from the northeast.

to the direction of west

The ship sailed westward, guided by the setting sun on the horizon.

to the direction of south

The hikers descended southward from the mountain peak, returning to the base camp.

to the direction of north

The explorers journeyed northward, crossing icy tundras and dense forests.

to the direction of east

The caravan of traders moved eastward along the ancient Silk Road.

in a direction toward the south

The hikers traveled southerly to reach the warmer climate.

in a direction toward the north

The river flowed northerly, carving its path through the rugged landscape.

in a direction toward the west

The river flowed westerly, meandering through picturesque landscapes.

in a direction toward the east

The caravan of traders moved easterly along the ancient trade route.