Translation guide
The English word 'rider' can refer to a person riding a vehicle, animal, or device, or to an additional clause in a document. This guide covers the most common ways to express these concepts in Japanese.
To refer to someone who is riding a motorcycle, bicycle, horse, etc.
Common loanword for a motorcycle rider, especially in contexts like touring or sports riding. Can also refer to a horseback rider in some contexts, but less common.
He is an enthusiastic motorcycle rider.
General term for a rider of any vehicle or animal. Often used in contexts like 'horse rider' or 'bicycle rider'.
The rider of that horse is experienced.
Specifically a jockey or professional horse rider in racing.
He is a famous jockey.
To refer to someone who is riding as a passenger, not driving.
To refer to an extra provision or amendment added to a bill, contract, or insurance policy.
The English word 'rider' can mean a passenger, but Japanese ライダー typically implies the driver of a motorcycle. Use 乗客 for passengers on public transport, or describe the position (e.g., 後ろに乗っている人) for motorcycle passengers.
The rider on the back of the motorcycle should wear a helmet.
この保険には特約が付いています。
This insurance policy has a rider.