Translation guide
A ski jump can refer to the ramp used for ski jumping, the sport itself, or the action of jumping on skis. This guide covers how to express these concepts naturally in Japanese.
Referring to the physical structure from which ski jumpers launch.
The most common term for a ski jump ramp. Used in sports contexts and everyday conversation.
あのジャンプ台はとても大きい。
That ski jump is very big.
More explicit, specifying 'ski' jump. Used when clarity is needed.
新しいスキージャンプ台が建設された。
A new ski jump was constructed.
Referring to the competitive sport itself.
The standard term for the sport. Used in media and conversation.
スキージャンプは冬季オリンピックの人気競技だ。
Ski jumping is a popular event in the Winter Olympics.
Literally 'jumping competition', used in sports contexts. Can refer to ski jumping or other jumping sports.
Describing the act of performing a jump while skiing.
A straightforward way to say 'to jump on skis'. Use this for general actions.
彼はスキーでジャンプするのが好きだ。
He likes to jump on skis.
Literally 'to fly a jump', used specifically for executing a ski jump. Common in sports commentary.
選手は美しいジャンプを飛んだ。
The athlete performed a beautiful jump.
In Japanese, the term 'ジャンプ' alone can mean a jump in various sports. To be clear, use 'スキージャンプ' for the sport or 'ジャンプ台' for the ramp.
ジャンプ競技のルールは複雑だ。
The rules of the jumping competition are complicated.