eastbound
word
Definition
Moving or heading toward the east. Commonly used to describe vehicles, roads, or travel routes that go in the direction of east.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used as an adjective before nouns, like 'eastbound train' or 'eastbound traffic.' Rarely used on its own; describes direction rather than specific objects. Not interchangeable with 'east'—'eastbound' implies movement toward the east.
Spanish: en dirección este - hacia el estePortuguese (BR): em direção ao leste - para o lestePortuguese (PT): em direção ao leste - para esteChinese (Simplified): 向东的 - 往东的Chinese (Traditional): 向東的 - 往東的Hindi: पूरब दिशा मेंArabic: متجه شرقاً - في اتجاه الشرق
Example Sentences
The eastbound bus leaves at 7 AM.
basic
There is a lot of eastbound traffic in the morning.
basic
We took the eastbound train to the city.
basic
The eastbound highway was completely blocked after the accident.
natural
You need to get on the eastbound subway if you want to reach the museum.
natural
All eastbound flights have been delayed due to weather conditions.
natural