1.
promenade; walkway; pedestrian path
A paved or maintained path designed for walking, typically found in parks, along rivers, or through scenic areas. Unlike ordinary sidewalks, a 遊歩道 is specifically intended for leisurely walking and enjoyment of the surroundings.
湖の遊歩道を歩く。
Walk along the lakeside promenade.
公園に新しい遊歩道が整備された。
A new walking path was built in the park.
木々に囲まれた遊歩道を散歩するのが毎朝の日課だ。
Taking a stroll along the tree-lined walkway is my daily morning routine.
A compound of 遊歩 (strolling, walking for pleasure) and 道 (path, road). Refers specifically to paths designed for pedestrians to enjoy walking, often in natural or scenic settings. These paths are typically well-maintained, sometimes paved with wood or stone, and may include railings, benches, or informational signs.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 遊歩道を歩く: to walk along a promenade
- 遊歩道を散策する: to take a stroll along a walkway
- 遊歩道を整備する: to develop/maintain a walking path
- 海岸遊歩道: a seaside promenade
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 散歩道: walking path — more casual; any path one habitually walks, not necessarily a designated trail
- 歩道: sidewalk, pavement — a general pedestrian path along a road, not specifically for leisure
- 自然歩道: nature trail — a designated hiking path through natural terrain, often longer and more rugged