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Ski

🇬🇧 UK /["/skiː/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/skiː/"]/

Meaning of Ski

one of a pair of long narrow pieces of wood, metal or plastic that you attach to boots so that you can move smoothly over snow

In simple words: To move over snow on long shoes called skis.

Ski in a sentence

• a pair of skis
• All skis should be waxed on a frequent basis.
• The children go to school on skis.

How to use Ski

Use 'ski' when describing the activity of sliding on snow. Appropriate in leisure and sports contexts. Avoid in formal settings where snow sports are irrelevant.

Grammar pattern

ski + object (e.g., ski slopes, ski resorts)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'sky' – imagine gliding down snowy hills under a blue sky.

Related words

Collocations with Ski

• alpine
• backcountry
• cross-country
• pair
• put on
• remove
• take off
• pole
• stick
• boot
• on skis

Synonyms for Ski

• snowboard
• glide
• slide

Opposites of Ski

• stop
• freeze

Common mistakes with Ski

• Confusing 'ski' with 'skate' (ice skating).
• Using 'ski' as a noun without proper context.
• Incorrectly conjugating 'ski' in past tense (should be 'skied').

Frequently asked questions about Ski

What does Ski mean?

To move over snow on long shoes called skis.

What is the definition of Ski?

one of a pair of long narrow pieces of wood, metal or plastic that you attach to boots so that you can move smoothly over snow

How do you use Ski in a sentence?

a pair of skis

Can you give another example of Ski?

All skis should be waxed on a frequent basis.

What are synonyms for Ski?

Common alternatives include snowboard, glide, slide.

What is the opposite of Ski?

Opposite meanings include stop, freeze.

What words go with Ski?

It commonly pairs with alpine, backcountry, cross-country, pair, put on, remove, take off, pole, stick, boot, on skis.

What are common mistakes when using Ski?

Confusing 'ski' with 'skate' (ice skating). Using 'ski' as a noun without proper context. Incorrectly conjugating 'ski' in past tense (should be 'skied').

How do you pronounce Ski?

US: /["/skiː/"]/, UK: /["/skiː/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Ski?

Use 'ski' when describing the activity of sliding on snow. Appropriate in leisure and sports contexts. Avoid in formal settings where snow sports are irrelevant.

What CEFR level is Ski?

"Ski" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.