Translation guide
The English word 'ski' can refer to the equipment (skis) or the activity (skiing). In Japanese, the noun is スキー and the verb is スキーをする. This guide covers both meanings.
Referring to the long, narrow pieces of wood, metal, or plastic used for gliding over snow.
The standard loanword for 'ski' as equipment. Used for both singular and plural.
新しいスキーを買った。
I bought new skis.
スキーが折れてしまった。
My ski broke.
Referring to the sport or activity of moving over snow on skis.
The most common way to say 'to ski' or 'go skiing'. Literally 'do skiing'.
冬はよくスキーをします。
I often go skiing in winter.
来週、友達とスキーをする予定です。
I plan to go skiing with friends next week.
Used as a noun meaning 'skiing' in compound words or when the activity is clear from context.
I love skiing.
スキー旅行に行く。
Go on a ski trip.