スロープ
Meanings
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Commonly used for a gentle slope, ramp, or inclined surface, especially in architectural or outdoor contexts.
A ramp is installed at the station entrance.
The slope at the ski resort is for beginners.
Usage patterns
- スロープを上るto go up a slope/ramp
She slowly went up the ramp in her wheelchair.
- スロープを下るto go down a slope/ramp
Riding a bike down the ramp is dangerous.
- 急なスロープa steep slope/ramp
This ramp is quite steep.
- 〈物〉用のスロープa ramp designed for (something, e.g. wheelchairs)
The station has a ramp installed for wheelchairs.
- スロープになっているto be shaped as a slope/ramp
The path from the entrance to the front door is a gentle ramp.