跳躍

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 跳躍 is read as ちょうやく and means a leap or jump.
• Basic usage: It can describe an athlete clearing an obstacle or the jumping motion of an animal under observation.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Clearing an obstacle
  • 力強い跳躍 describes a powerful leap that carries the athlete over the wall. Example: 選手は力強い跳躍で高い壁を越えた。
• Observing animal movement
  • 蛙の跳躍 names the jumping motion of a frog. Example: 蛙の跳躍を連続写真で観察した。