noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
indication; designation; pointing out
Refers to showing, pointing out, or specifying something, often in a formal or technical context. Less common than the instruction sense.
地図上で目的地を指示してください。
Please indicate the destination on the map.
医
The doctor indicated the treatment policy.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
instructions; directions; orders
The most common use: giving someone instructions, directions, or orders on what to do. Often used in workplace, educational, or procedural contexts.
上司から新しい仕事の指示を受けた。
I received instructions for a new task from my boss.
先生が生徒に実験の手順を指示した。
The teacher gave the students directions for the experiment procedure.