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skate

Pronunciation: [skeɪt]

Word

Learn how to use skate in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “games”

(verb) to glide over a surface on skates or a skateboard. This means you move smoothly and quickly while standing on special shoes with wheels or a board.

Example

She loves to skate at the park with her friends every weekend.

Example

He didn't skate yesterday because it was raining too much.

Example

Can you skate on the ice in winter?

Context: “sports”

(noun) a type of shoe with wheels used for skating. These shoes help you move around easily without walking.

Example

My new skate is really fast and fun to use.

Example

His skate got a flat tire, so he couldn't ride it.

Example

Do you have your own skate or do you borrow one?

Context: “games”

(noun) a type of fish, often found in the ocean. It's flat and has a tasty flesh that people eat.

Example

We had skate for dinner last night, and it was delicious.

Example

I didn't want to eat the skate because I prefer chicken.

Example

Have you ever tried skate before?

How to pronounce skate

Pronunciation: [skeɪt]

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