Translation guide
A race between teams where each member runs a segment and passes a baton.
Referring to a track-and-field relay event.
Referring specifically to the Japanese long-distance road relay race.
Using 'relay' metaphorically for passing tasks or information.
Also used metaphorically for passing something along, like a baton.
There will be a relay race at school tomorrow.
A more formal term, often used in official sports contexts.
The relay race runners passed the baton.
A literary or technical term for relay race, rarely used in daily conversation.
Ekiden is a long-distance relay race.
A uniquely Japanese long-distance relay race, often held on roads. Very popular in schools and nationally.
The Hakone Ekiden takes place every New Year.
Let's proceed with the work in a relay format.
Literally 'pass the baton', used metaphorically for handing over responsibility.
The time has come to pass the baton to the next generation.