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Compass

Compass points are traditionally composed of cardinal directions and intercardinal directions, which are produced by dividing the cardinal directions.

Cardinal directions

Cardinal directions refer to the primary points of a compass.

Table for the list of cardinal directions
EnglishFinnish
North, 0° / 360°
Pohjoinen
East, 90°
Itä
South, 180°
Etelä
West, 270°
Länsi

Intercardinal directions

Intercardinal directions, also known as intermediate directions, refer to the points between cardinal directions.

Table for the list of intercardinal directions
EnglishFinnish
Northeast, 45°
Koillinen
Southeast, 135°
Kaakko
Southwest, 225°
Lounas
Northwest, 315°
Luode