行く先
also: いくさき
Meanings
The place one is heading to; used for physical destinations in travel or movement.
I haven't decided on the destination for my trip yet.
Refers to the location or whereabouts of a person, often used when the location is unknown or being inquired about.
I lost track of his whereabouts.
Metaphorical extension: what lies ahead in life, career, or a situation; often used in expressions like 行く先が不安だ.
I can't see my future prospects in job hunting, and I'm anxious.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に行く先を告げるto tell someone one's destination
He left home without telling anyone his destination.
- 行く先が分からないsomeone's whereabouts are unknown
Her whereabouts are unknown, and her family is worried.
- 行く先を見失うto lose track of where one is heading (literally or figuratively)
Having lost his dream, he lost his sense of direction in life.
- 行く先が不安だto feel anxious about what lies ahead
Thinking about the company's future, I feel anxious about what's ahead.
- 行く先を決めるto decide on one's destination
We haven't decided on our travel destination yet.
Expressions
- 行く先々everywhere one goes; wherever one goes