Translation guide
The distance from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other wing, used for birds, airplanes, and other winged things. Also used metaphorically for arm span or reach.
To describe the distance between the tips of the wings of a bird, insect, or aircraft.
Standard term for wingspan, used in biology and aviation.
This bird has a wingspan of over 2 meters.
Often used in technical contexts, especially for aircraft.
The airplane's wingspan is 60 meters.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'the length when the wings are spread'. Natural in everyday speech.
The length of that eagle's wings when spread is amazing.
To refer to the distance from fingertip to fingertip when arms are outstretched, often in sports or physical descriptions.
Literally 'arm length', but in context can mean arm span. Common in sports like basketball.
His arm span is 10 cm longer than his height.
Descriptive phrase: 'the length when both arms are spread'. Clear and natural.
Loanword from English 'reach', used in sports contexts like boxing or basketball to mean arm reach or wingspan.
To describe the extent of influence, coverage, or range of something, like a company or idea.
翼幅 (よくはば) specifically refers to the wings of birds or aircraft. Using it for a person's arm span would sound strange. Use 腕の長さ or descriptive phrases instead.
Try measuring your wingspan (arm span).
A boxer with a long reach has an advantage.
His wingspan (influence) extends across the entire political world.