(そうこうちゅう)

そうこうちゅう
noun
while driving; while in motion; while running (of a vehicle)
transportation
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.
Please wear your seatbelt while the vehicle is in motion.
Using a smartphone while driving is prohibited.
The engine suddenly stopped while driving, and it was a very scary experience.

A compound of 走行(そうこう) (traveling, running of a vehicle) and (ちゅう) (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.

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