Translation guide
A throw-in is a method of restarting play in soccer (and similar sports) when the ball goes out of bounds over the sideline. The player throws the ball back into play with both hands from behind the head.
スローイン
throw-in (soccer)
The act of throwing the ball back into play from the sideline in soccer.
The standard Japanese term for a throw-in in soccer. A loanword from English.
彼はロングスローインが得意だ。
He is good at long throw-ins.
スローインから得点が生まれた。
A goal was scored from a throw-in.
A descriptive phrase meaning 'to throw in the ball that went out over the touchline'. Used in explanations or commentary.
選手はタッチラインを割ったボールを投げ入れた。
The player threw in the ball that went out over the touchline.
A throw-in to restart play in sports other than soccer, such as basketball or rugby.
Also used for throw-ins in basketball and other sports. Context usually clarifies the sport.
バスケットボールのスローインは審判がボールを渡す。
In basketball, the referee hands the ball for a throw-in.
A general phrase meaning 'to put the ball into the court/field'. Can be used for throw-ins in various sports.
彼は素早くボールをコートに入れた。
He quickly put the ball into the court.
スローイン is the most common and natural term for a throw-in in any sport. It is widely understood and used in both spoken and written contexts.
スローインの練習をしよう。
Let's practice throw-ins.