Sign inDirections vs. Instructions
Now, let's move on to the next pair of confusing words. Do you know where they are used and how different they are? C'mon.
What Is Their Main Difference?
Both of them refer to how we can do something. However, we can use 'directions' to show the way to a particular location. Also, 'directions' is less commanding than 'instructions' when we are providing steps as to how something should be done.
Differences
When we want to tell someone how they can get to a particular place, we give them 'directions', not 'instructions'. Additionally, we can use 'directions' to provide steps in order to finish a task, a project, etc. It is less commanding, though:
You can easily find the
Do you know how you can give
'Instructions', contrariwise, are more forceful and it is specifically used when a task, a project, etc. is expected to be done. Look at the following examples:
If you are looking for
The
Similarities
Both refer to providing information as to how something should be done properly. Check out the examples below:
I can see the board of
I thought you wanted to ask about the
Are They Interchangeable?
Since they have slightly different meanings, they cannot be used interchangeably. Compare:
✓ You can find Plaza Hotel
X You can find Plaza Hotel
As you can see, we cannot use 'instructions' to refer to the location.
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