How to say "Cross" in Japanese

When translating "cross" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 渡る and よぎる. In Japanese, 渡る (わたる (wataru)) is typically associated with "to cross" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents To cross over a linear obstacle like a bridge, road, river, or street. Usually implies moving from one side to the other.. On the other hand, よぎる (よぎる (yogiru)) maps to "to cross (one's mind), to pass by, to flash across" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Often used when thoughts, doubts, or images briefly pass through one's mind. Can also mean to pass across a physical space, but less common for N2.. A literal translation of "cross" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!