Translation guide
The English term 'cross-country' can refer to a type of long-distance running, a type of skiing, or travel across a country. This guide focuses on the most common meanings for English-speaking learners of Japanese.
Referring to the sport of running over natural terrain, often in races.
The most common and direct loanword for the sport of cross-country running.
彼は高校の時、クロスカントリーをやっていた。
He did cross-country in high school.
Specifically refers to a cross-country race event.
週末にクロスカントリーレースがある。
There's a cross-country race this weekend.
Abbreviation of クロスカントリー, used in casual conversation among enthusiasts.
明日クロカンの練習ある？
Is there cross-country practice tomorrow?
Referring to the winter sport of skiing across flat or rolling terrain.
The standard term for cross-country skiing.
冬はクロスカントリースキーを楽しむ。
In winter, I enjoy cross-country skiing.
Literally 'distance skiing', sometimes used to refer to cross-country skiing, especially in competitive contexts.
距離スキーの選手として活躍している。
He is active as a cross-country skier.
Describing a journey that spans a whole country, often by vehicle or on foot.
Means 'to cross a country', used for any mode of travel.
彼らは自転車で国を横断した。
They crossed the country by bicycle.
Means 'to travel across the whole country', emphasizing the journey aspect.
全国を旅するのが夢だ。
My dream is to travel cross-country.
Specifically means 'to traverse lengthwise', often used for crossing a country from north to south or vice versa.
日本を縦断する鉄道の旅。
A cross-country train journey through Japan.