道筋
Meanings
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Refers to a physical path or a planned route, often with a sense of direction or sequence. Can also be used figuratively for a course of action.
Please tell me the route to the station.
I marked the travel itinerary on the map.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉への道筋the path toward (something, e.g. success)
He showed the path to success.
- 道筋をたどるto follow a route/path
I traced the route to the mountain on the map.
- 道筋が見えるto see a clear path forward (often figuratively)
A path to solving the problem is starting to become clear.
Expressions
- 道筋をつけるpave the way; set things in motion; put on the right track