skate

USAGE SUMMARY

The word 'skate' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it as a verb to describe the action of gliding on skates, for instance: "He likes to skate at the local skatepark." You can also use it as a noun to describe the item of footwear that is used for gliding on: "She bought a new pair of roller skates with flashing lights."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Encyclopedias

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

59 human-written examples

At the risk of navel gazing, let us navel gaze for a minute and skate over the many national issues they are addressing.

The Guardian

"That's a lifetime if you're a teenage skater, so it's important to have somewhere else to skate during the construction – and, if necessary, in perpetuity.

The Guardian

Facebook Twitter Google plus Share Share this post Facebook Twitter Google plus close 8.20pm AEST11:20 How can you ice skate when there is.. no ice??? How.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Again, the idea is safety, and avoiding those nasty pileups at the end boards where inevitably someone goes skate first into the wall and breaks his ankle or leg.

The Guardian - Sport

All we needed now was somewhere to skate.

The Guardian

It's probably not a good idea to turn their hallowed Mecca into a themed retail experience, nor to rub salt in the wound by commissioning ageing has-beens to design an "as-found skate space" down the road.

The Guardian - Arts

My friends and I would sit huddled in the skate park by the new Starbucks, trying to pretend that we liked smoking, lattes, and skating.

The Guardian - Music

Some parts of the undercroft that I used to skate have long since been redeveloped – the sport's history lies in the way skaters have adapted to their environment – but a shopping arcade, however bijou, that removes the remaining banks and rails will be the kiss of death for a modern landmark in urban youth culture.

The Guardian

In Seattle, skateboarding is not only welcomed at skateparks, but at "skate spots" and "skate dots" across neighbourhoods.

The Guardian

After dining on pints of prawns and skate in the 50s-style cafe, all benches and Formica, raid the smokehouse for eel, sprats and cod roe.

The Guardian - Travel

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

1 human-written examples

Dancing on Ice returned later in the evening for its Skate-Off show with 6.45 million (25.3%) between 9.30pm and 10pm.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing the activity, specify the type of "skate" being used (ice skates, roller skates, skateboard) for clarity.

Common error

Avoid using "skate" generically when the context requires specifying a particular type, such as ice skating or skateboarding. Be precise to prevent misinterpretation.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "skate" is both as a verb, describing the action of moving on skates, and as a noun, referring to the equipment used for skating. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage in various contexts.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

42%

Encyclopedias

27%

Science

8%

Less common in

Formal & Business

7%

Wiki

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The term "skate" is versatile, functioning both as a verb describing the act of gliding on skates and as a noun referring to the skates themselves. According to Ludwig AI, its grammatical status is correct, and it's frequently used in contexts like news, encyclopedias, and more general conversations. To avoid ambiguity, specify the type of "skate" when possible (e.g., ice "skate", roller "skate", skateboard). Common errors include generic usage and confusion between different skating types. By following best practices, you can ensure clarity and precision in your writing.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

go skating

Focuses specifically on the activity of skating for recreation or sport.

ice skate

Specifies the type of skating as ice skating, which is more precise.

roller skate

Specifies the type of skating as roller skating.

skateboard

Replaces traditional skating with skateboarding.

glide on skates

Emphasizes the gliding motion associated with skating.

move on skates

Highlights the act of moving using skates.

skate along

Adds a sense of direction or continuation to the action.

do skating

Simplifies the phrase to the action of doing skating.

engage in skating

Highlights the involvement or participation in the activity.

partake in skating

More formally indicates participation in skating.

FAQs

How to use "skate" in a sentence?

You can use "skate" as a verb, like: "They like to skate at the park." Or as a noun: "She bought new roller skates."

What can I say instead of "skate" when referring to ice skating?

Instead of just "skate", you could say "ice skate" to be more specific.

What's the difference between "skate" and "skateboard"?

"Skate" can refer to various types of skating, including ice skating and roller skating, while "skateboard" specifically refers to riding a board with wheels.

Is it correct to say "go skate" instead of "go skating"?

While "go skate" might be understood, "go skating" is the more grammatically standard and commonly used phrasing.