Translation guide
A chairlift is a type of aerial lift, which consists of a continuously circulating steel cable loop strung between two end terminals and usually over intermediate towers, carrying a series of chairs. In Japanese, the most common term is リフト, but other terms exist depending on context.
The most common term for a chairlift, especially at ski resorts.
The standard loanword for 'chairlift' or 'ski lift'. Widely understood and used in ski resorts.
あのリフトは長いですね。
That chairlift is long, isn't it?
リフトに乗る前に、リフト券を買ってください。
Please buy a lift ticket before getting on the chairlift.
A more specific term directly borrowed from English 'chairlift'. Less common than リフト but still understood.
このスキー場にはチェアリフトが3基あります。
This ski resort has three chairlifts.
When distinguishing chairlifts from gondolas or other lift types.
Literally 'chair-type lift'. Used in technical or descriptive contexts to specify the type of lift.
このエリアには椅子式リフトとゴンドラがあります。
This area has chairlifts and gondolas.