1.
while driving; while in motion; while running (of a vehicle)
Describes the state of a vehicle being in motion on the road or tracks. Frequently seen on safety signs and in traffic regulations, and almost always refers to vehicles rather than people.
A compound of 走行 (traveling, running of a vehicle) and 中 (during). Refers to the state of a vehicle being in motion. Very commonly seen on signs, in safety instructions, and in traffic-related contexts. Almost always refers to vehicles (cars, trains, buses), not people running.
Common collocations
- 走行中の車両: a vehicle in motion
- 走行中は席を立たないでください: please do not stand while the vehicle is moving
- 走行中に異音がする: to hear a strange noise while driving