orientation

/ɔ.ʁjɑ̃.ta.sjɔ̃/
1.
nounfeminineSing

guidance or counselling for studies or careers; the process of choosing an educational or professional path

Je dois voir mon conseiller d'orientation pour choisir mes études.

I need to see my guidance counselor to choose my studies.

Synonyms:conseil, accompagnement, orientation scolaire/professionnelle
2.
nounfeminineSing

physical direction or facing (of a building, room, object)

L'appartement est génial, il a une bonne orientation plein sud.

The apartment is great — it faces due south.

Synonyms:exposition, position, sens
3.
nounfeminineSing

general direction, policy or approach (e.g., political, strategic, organisational)

L'orientation politique du parti a évolué ces dernières années.

The party's political orientation has changed in recent years.

Synonyms:direction, ligne, tendance, axe