進路
Meanings
Refers to the direction or path along which something moves, such as a vehicle, ship, aircraft, storm, or person.
The typhoon changed course toward the northeast.
The car in front suddenly blocked my path.
future course; post-graduation path; career or educational direction
Very common in school and career contexts, especially for deciding what to do after graduation: entering higher education, getting a job, or choosing a field.
I consulted my teacher about what to do after graduation.
Third-year high school students are at the stage of deciding their future path.
Usage patterns
- 進路を決めるto decide on one's future course (career or further education)
I haven't decided what to do after graduation yet.
- 〈物〉が進路を変えるfor something (e.g., a storm) to change its course
The typhoon might change its course by tomorrow.
- 進路を選ぶto choose one's future path or career direction
Choosing your future path isn't easy.
- 〈場所〉が進路にあたるfor a place to lie in the path of something (e.g., a storm)
This region is in the path of the typhoon.
- 進路を塞ぐto block someone's or something's path
A large truck was blocking the way.