Translation guide
The English word "circuit" has several distinct meanings, from electrical paths to sports tracks. This guide helps you choose the right Japanese word for each context.
A closed path through which electricity flows.
The standard technical term for an electrical circuit.
この回路はショートしている。
This circuit is shorted.
集積回路は現代の電子機器に不可欠だ。
Integrated circuits are essential to modern electronics.
Explicitly means "electrical circuit," often used in educational contexts.
電気回路の基礎を学んでいます。
I'm learning the basics of electrical circuits.
A closed track for racing cars, motorcycles, bicycles, etc.
Loanword from English, widely used for motor racing tracks.
鈴鹿サーキットでF1レースが開催される。
The F1 race is held at Suzuka Circuit.
General term for a sports ground or stadium; can refer to a racing circuit in context.
Means "track" or "course," used for running or racing, but less common for motor sports.
A regular journey or route, often by a performer, judge, or salesperson.
Refers to going around a regular route, such as a patrol or tour.
そのバンドは全国を巡回している。
The band is on a national circuit.
Attached to a place or event to mean "tour of ~" or "circuit of ~."
彼は地方回りの役者だ。
He's an actor on the regional circuit.
Specifically for entertainment troupes or sumo wrestlers touring.
A workout method involving a series of exercises performed in rotation.
Direct loanword, commonly used in fitness contexts.
今日のジムではサーキットトレーニングをやった。
I did circuit training at the gym today.
A geographical area covered by a particular court.
Formal term for a court's jurisdictional area.
その事件は別の裁判管轄区域で扱われる。
The case will be handled in a different circuit.
Historical or specific term for a circuit court district.
昔、裁判官は巡回裁判区を回った。
In the past, judges traveled the circuit.
A network of theaters or cinemas under the same management or showing the same films.
Means "affiliated group" or "chain," used for theater circuits.
その映画は大手系列の映画館で公開される。
The movie will be released in major cinema circuits.
Literally "screening network," a more technical term.
独立系の上映網が拡大している。
The independent cinema circuit is expanding.
The word 回路 (kairo) specifically means electrical circuit. Using it for a racing track or tour route will cause confusion. Always match the Japanese word to the specific meaning.
自転車競技場でレースがある。
There's a race at the cycling circuit.
The circuit is 400 meters per lap.
相撲の巡業が来月ある。
There's a sumo circuit next month.