道のり
also: どうてい
Meanings
1
Refers to the physical distance or route of a trip. Often used when talking about how far or how long a journey is.
It's still a long way to the station.
The distance from here to the summit is about 5 kilometers.
2
Figurative use: the path toward a goal, the process of achieving something, or the journey of life. Often used in motivational or reflective contexts.
The path to success is steep.
He talked about the journey to realizing his dream.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉までの道のりthe distance/route to a place
The distance to the station was longer than I thought.
- 道のりが長いthe journey/distance is long
The journey to the summit of this mountain is very long.
- 〈事〉への道のりthe path toward achieving something
The path to realizing my dream was never smooth.
- 長い道のりを経てafter a long journey/process
After a long journey, I finally achieved my goal.
- 道のりを歩むto walk/follow a path (figurative)
He has walked a path full of hardships.