What does 指揮 mean?
指揮 is a Japanese noun meaning “command, direction” in English. It can also be translated as “conducting (an orchestra, choir, etc.)” depending on context. It is written as 指揮 in kanji, しき in hiragana, and shiki in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
彼女は計画の立案を指揮した。
She directed the planning of the project.
指揮者はオーケストラの指揮をする。
A conductor directs an orchestra.