instructions
word · lemma: instruction
/ˌɪnˈstɹəkʃənz/
in-STRUHK-shuhnz
/ɪnstɹˈʌkʃənz/
in-STRUHK-shuhnz
Definition
Detailed information that tells you how to do, use, or make something. It can also mean orders or directions about what someone should do.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in the plural: 'read the instructions', 'follow the instructions'. For official or step-by-step guidance, 'instructions' is more common than 'directions'. In workplaces, it can also mean orders from a manager or client.
Spanish: instruccionesPortuguese (BR): instruçõesPortuguese (PT): instruçõesChinese (Simplified): 说明 - 指示Chinese (Traditional): 說明 - 指示Hindi: निर्देश - हिदायतेंArabic: تعليمات - إرشاداتBengali: নির্দেশাবলী - নির্দেশনাRussian: инструкции - указанияJapanese: 説明書 - 指示Vietnamese: hướng dẫn - chỉ dẫnKorean: 지침 - 안내Turkish: talimatlar - yönergelerUrdu: ہدایات - احکاماتIndonesian: petunjuk - instruksi
Example Sentences
Please read the instructions before you start.
basic
The box has instructions inside.
basic
She followed the instructions carefully.
basic
I put the shelf together without looking at the instructions.
natural
The teacher gave us clear instructions for the project.
natural
We’re waiting for instructions from the manager.
natural