1.
long distance
A relatively long distance, especially in the context of running or transportation.
長距離 refers to a long distance, commonly used for track and field events (5000m, 10000m, marathon) or long-haul transportation.
Common collocations
- 長距離走 (long-distance running)
- 長距離選手 (long-distance runner)
- 長距離バス (long-distance bus)
- 長距離電話 (long-distance call)
Related words
Watch out: A long-distance relationship is 遠距離恋愛, not 長距離恋愛. 遠距離 is about how far apart two places are; 長距離 is the length of a trip or race.
Related Words
Antonym:
短距離 (short distance)
Related:
マラソン (marathon)
Related:
中距離 (middle distance)
Compare:
遠距離 (long distance)
Antonym:
近距離 (short distance)