ゲレンデ
also: ゲランデ
Meanings
1
ski slope; ski run
Borrowed from German 'Gelände', used specifically for a prepared ski slope or ski area in Japanese.
from German Gelände
I enjoyed skiing on the slopes over the weekend.
This ski slope has many courses for beginners.
Usage patterns
- ゲレンデで滑るto ski/snowboard on the slope
Beginners practiced skiing on a gentle slope.
- ゲレンデに出るto go out onto the ski slope
Once we're ready, let's all head out to the slope.
- ゲレンデが混むfor the ski slope to be crowded
Every ski slope gets crowded during winter break.