Korean Dictionary
How to say "Ice Skating" in Korean
“Ice Skating” in Korean is 아이스스케이팅 (pronounced "aiseuseukeiting").
아이스스케이팅
aiseuseukeiting
Usage & Context
Ice skating is a popular winter activity in Korea with many ice rinks available in cities. The sport is enjoyed recreationally and competitively.
Example Sentence
아이스스케이팅을 하고 싶어요.
I want to go ice skating.
How to use 아이스스케이팅 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Ice Skating” is 아이스스케이팅, romanized as aiseuseukeiting.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
아 (a) sounds like 'ah' as in 'father'. 이 (i) sounds like 'ee' as in 'see'. 스 (seu) sounds like 'suh' with the 'u' like in 'put'. 케 (ke) sounds like 'kay' as in 'cake'. 이 (i) sounds like 'ee'. 팅 (ting) sounds like 'ting' as in 'sing'. Combine as 'ah-ee-seu-seu-kay-ee-ting'.
More Example Sentences
Expressing enthusiasm for a winter activity.
겨울에는 아이스스케이팅이 최고지!
Ice skating is the best in winter!
Expressing uncertainty about trying a new skill.
아이스스케이팅은 처음인데 잘 탈 수 있을까?
It's my first time ice skating, I wonder if I can skate well?
Talking about a child's interest in a sport.
우리 아이가 아이스스케이팅을 배우고 싶어 해요.
My child wants to learn ice skating.
Cultural Context
Ice skating is a popular recreational activity in Korea, especially during the winter months. Many cities boast indoor and outdoor ice rinks that become bustling hubs for families, couples, and friends. It's a common date activity and a fun outing for children during school breaks. While '피겨스케이팅' (figure skating) refers to the competitive sport, '아이스스케이팅' is often used for general, recreational skating.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
아이스스케이팅 타러 가다
to go ice skating
아이스스케이팅 배우다
to learn ice skating
스케이트화
ice skates (the shoes)
Related Expressions
스케이트 타다
seukeiteu tada
to ice skate (general term)
스케이트장
seukeiteujang
ice rink
겨울 놀이
gyeoul nori
winter play/activities
피겨스케이팅
pigyeoseukeiting
figure skating (specific type)
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