Translation guide
The sport played with small paddles and a lightweight ball on a table divided by a net.
Referring to the game of table tennis in general.
Standard term for table tennis. Used in all contexts, from casual to formal.
I played table tennis with my friends on the weekend.
Informal term, often used in casual conversation or when referring to recreational play. Can sound slightly childish or old-fashioned.
He is in the table tennis club.
ピンポンやろうよ！
Let's play ping pong!