Upwind Meaning in English
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Definition
In the direction from which the wind is blowing; toward the source of the wind.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in outdoor activities like sailing, flying, and environmental science. Often appears with 'downwind' (in the direction the wind is blowing). Used for positioning relative to wind, e.g., 'stand upwind' to avoid smoke. Rare in casual conversation.
Spanish: contra el vientoPortuguese (BR): contra o ventoPortuguese (PT): contra o ventoChinese (Simplified): 上风（方向）Chinese (Traditional): 上風（方向）Hindi: हवा की दिशा की ओरArabic: باتجاه الريحBengali: বাতাসের উল্টো দিকেRussian: против ветраJapanese: 風上Vietnamese: ngược chiều gióKorean: 바람을 맞는 쪽 - 바람이 불어오는 방향Turkish: rüzgarın geldiği yöndeUrdu: ہوا کے مخالف سمتIndonesian: melawan arah angin
Example Sentences
The boat is sailing upwind right now.
basic
We set up our tent upwind from the campfire.
basic
Always walk upwind to avoid the smell.
basic
The hikers moved upwind so the smoke wouldn’t bother them.
natural
If you stand upwind from the barbecue, you won’t get smoke in your eyes.
natural
The smell travels fast unless you stay upwind.
natural