skiing
SKEE-ihng
Skiing (noun) means the sport or activity of traveling over snow on skis. Example: “Skiing is hard on the knees if you never warm up first.”
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The sport or activity of traveling over snow on skis.
"Skiing is hard on the knees if you never warm up first."
"My cousin teaches skiing to beginners at a mountain resort every winter."
"They went skiing in the Alps every February."
How to use skiing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe sport of moving over snow on skis.
Common pairings
cross-country skiing
downhill skiing
go skiing
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Frequently asked questions
What does “skiing” mean?
The word “skiing” means the sport or activity of traveling over snow on skis. In plain terms, the sport of moving over snow on skis.
How do you pronounce “skiing”?
“Skiing” is pronounced SKEE-ihng (/ˈski.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “skiing” in a sentence?
Here is “skiing” used in a sentence: “They went skiing in the Alps every February.”
What part of speech is “skiing”?
“Skiing” is a noun.
Is “skiing” a common word?
“Skiing” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
What is the difference between 'skiing' and 'skating'?
'Skiing' is the sport or activity of traveling over snow on skis, while 'skating' involves gliding across ice or ground on skates. Skiing requires snow-covered terrain, whereas skating can be done on ice rinks or hard surfaces.
Does 'skiing' refer only to downhill skiing?
No, 'skiing' broadly covers any activity of traveling over snow on skis, which includes disciplines such as downhill (alpine) skiing, cross-country skiing, and ski jumping.
Is skiing considered a competitive sport?
Yes, skiing is practiced both recreationally and competitively, with organized competitive events such as alpine racing, cross-country racing, and ski jumping featured at events like the Winter Olympics.
