Translation guide
In sports, a fast break is a quick offensive play that moves the ball down the court or field to score before the defense can set up. This guide covers how to express this concept in Japanese, primarily in basketball and similar sports.
The rapid transition from defense to offense to score before the opposing defense is ready.
The standard term for a fast break in sports like basketball, handball, and soccer. It literally means 'quick attack' and is widely understood.
彼のチームは速攻が得意だ。
His team is good at fast breaks.
They scored on a fast break.
The loanword from English, used especially in basketball contexts. It's common among fans and players familiar with the English term.
A dunk off the fast break!
A more descriptive phrase meaning 'fast offense'. It can be used to explain the concept but is not a set term like 速攻.
They broke down the opponent with a fast offense.