Translation guide
The English phrase 'long march' can refer to a literal long-distance walk, a historical event, or a metaphorical struggle. This guide covers how to express these ideas naturally in Japanese.
Describing a physically long journey on foot, often arduous.
Direct translation for a long march, often used for organized group walks or military contexts.
The soldiers continued their long march.
Emphasizes the distance covered on foot, suitable for hiking or travel.
They were exhausted from the long march on foot.
Specifically a military march; used in historical or army contexts.
The unit marched all night.
Referring to the specific historical event of the Chinese Red Army's retreat in 1934-1935.
The standard Japanese term for the historical Long March. Widely recognized in historical and political contexts.
The Long March is an important event in the history of the Chinese Communist Party.
Describing a prolonged, difficult effort toward a goal, like a 'long march' toward freedom or success.
Common metaphorical expression for a long journey or process, often used for personal or societal struggles.
The long march toward peace is still ongoing.
Emphasizes the struggle aspect, suitable for fights against injustice or illness.
Literary phrase meaning 'path of hardship', used for epic struggles.
They walked the long march of hardship toward independence.
When using 'long march' metaphorically, do not directly translate as '長い行進'. Instead, use phrases like '長い道のり' or '長い闘い' to sound natural.
His long march against illness has ended.