矢印
Meanings
1
Refers to the graphical symbol used for direction, indication, or pointing.
I drew an arrow on the map to show the route.
The exit is in the direction of that arrow.
2
romantic interest; direction of attention
Colloquial use; often in phrases like 矢印が向く (one's interest is directed toward someone) or 矢印が立つ (to become interested in someone romantically).
It's so obvious that you're interested in him.
It seems like I've started to have feelings for that person lately.
Usage patterns
- 〈矢印〉が〈方向〉を指すthe arrow points in a direction
The arrow on the map points to the exit.
- 矢印を引くto draw an arrow
I drew an arrow on the document and added an explanation.
- 矢印の方向に進むto proceed in the direction the arrow indicates
Please proceed in the direction the arrow shows.
- 矢印が〈人〉に向くone's romantic interest turns toward someone
Recently, it seems her romantic interest has turned toward someone else.
- 矢印が立つto develop romantic feelings for someone
I started having feelings for a senior in the same club.