遠回り
Meanings
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Refers to a longer or indirect route, either physically or figuratively.
We had to take a detour because of construction.
Even if it's a roundabout way, I want to take the scenic route.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉を遠回りするto take a roundabout way through/via a place
Because of construction, I went home by taking a detour through the park.
- 遠回りになるto end up being a detour (longer than necessary)
This road looks like a shortcut, but it actually turns out to be a detour.
- 遠回りして〈場所〉に行くto go to a place by taking a detour
To avoid the traffic jam, I went to the station by taking a longer route.