Translation guide
A long, narrow boat decorated with a dragon's head and tail, used in traditional racing festivals, especially in East Asia. In Japanese, the term is often rendered as a loanword or described by its cultural context.
ドラゴンボート
dragon boat
Referring to the physical dragon boat used in races.
The most common and direct loanword for 'dragon boat'. Widely understood in the context of international dragon boat festivals.
ドラゴンボートのレースに参加した。
I participated in a dragon boat race.
A Sino-Japanese term for 'dragon boat', more literary or traditional. Often used in historical or cultural contexts.
龍舟競漕は中国の伝統行事だ。
Dragon boat racing is a traditional Chinese event.
A term used specifically for dragon boat racing in Nagasaki, derived from the Chinese 'bailong'. Refers to the local festival and boats.
長崎のペーロン祭りは有名だ。
The Nagasaki Peiron Festival is famous.
Referring to the sport or activity of dragon boat racing.
The standard term for the sport of dragon boat racing.
週末にドラゴンボートレースを見に行く。
I'm going to watch a dragon boat race this weekend.
A formal term for dragon boat racing, often used in official or historical contexts.
龍舟競漕大会が開催された。
A dragon boat racing tournament was held.
In Japan, dragon boat racing is not as widespread as in China, but it is known through international events and local festivals like the Nagasaki Peiron. The loanword ドラゴンボート is the safest choice in most contexts.