Usage Note
Richtungspfeil is the arrow painted on a road surface or shown on a sign to indicate which way to go. In road markings, Richtungspfeile on lanes tell drivers which direction they must take.
Examples
"Der Richtungspfeil auf dem Boden zeigt geradeaus zum Ausgang."
Natural Translation
The directional arrow on the floor points straight ahead to the exit.
Literal Translation
The direction-arrow on the floor shows straight-ahead to-the exit.
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