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A1 noun #1,282 よく出る 9分で読める

rink

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At the A1 level, a 'rink' is simply a place where you go to skate. It is a very basic noun that you might learn when talking about winter activities or hobbies. You can think of it like a 'park' but for skating. You go to the rink, you put on your skates, and you move on the ice. It is a fun place for families and friends. You might say, 'I like the ice rink' or 'The rink is cold.' At this stage, you don't need to know the technical details of how the ice is made, just that it is a location for a specific activity. You use it as a destination in simple sentences. For example, 'Let's go to the rink.' It is often associated with the word 'skating.' Most A1 learners will encounter this word in the context of seasonal vocabulary or sports. It is a concrete noun, meaning it is something you can see and touch. You can also use it to describe where a hockey game happens. 'The hockey game is at the rink.' It is important to remember the spelling: R-I-N-K. It is a short and easy word to remember. You can visualize a big, flat area of white ice with people sliding on it. That is a rink.

At the A2 level, you can start to use 'rink' in more descriptive sentences and understand different types of rinks. You might talk about an 'outdoor rink' or an 'indoor rink.' You can also use it with more verbs, like 'to meet at the rink' or 'to practice at the rink.' You might describe your experience there: 'The rink was very crowded on Saturday,' or 'The ice at the rink was very smooth.' You also learn that 'rink' can be used for roller skating, not just ice skating. So, you can say 'roller rink.' At this level, you are beginning to use prepositions more accurately. You know that you skate 'on' the rink. You might also use the word when talking about your weekly routine. 'Every Tuesday, I go to the skating rink with my sister.' You can understand simple signs at the rink, like 'No food on the rink' or 'Rink closes at 9 PM.' You are also able to ask simple questions using the word: 'Where is the nearest ice rink?' or 'Is the rink open today?' This level involves connecting the word to other related nouns like 'skates,' 'ice,' 'hockey,' and 'music.'

At the B1 level, you can use 'rink' to discuss more complex ideas, such as community facilities or sports preferences. You might talk about the importance of the local rink for the town's social life. You can describe the process of going to the rink in more detail: 'First, we rented our skates at the counter, and then we headed out onto the rink.' You can also use the word in the context of sports news or hobbies you are passionate about. For example, 'The team is struggling because they don't have enough time to practice on a professional rink.' You might also discuss the differences between a public rink and a private one. At this level, you can use the word in conditional sentences: 'If the weather stays cold, they will open the outdoor rink next week.' You are also more aware of common phrases and collocations, such as 'rink-side' or 'skating rink.' You can explain why you prefer one rink over another, perhaps because of the quality of the ice or the atmosphere. You might also hear the word used in more idiomatic ways or in compound words. Your vocabulary is expanding to include the people associated with the rink, like the 'rink manager' or 'rink attendants.'

At the B2 level, you can use 'rink' with a high degree of precision and in more formal or technical contexts. You might discuss the environmental impact of maintaining an ice rink in a warm climate, or the architectural design of a new multi-purpose sports arena that includes several rinks. You can use the word to describe specific areas of the ice, such as 'the far end of the rink' or 'the center of the rink.' You are also comfortable using the word in professional sports contexts, discussing 'rink dimensions' or 'rink boards.' You might write an essay about the role of the skating rink in national identity, particularly in countries like Canada. Your use of prepositions and collocations is natural. You can describe the atmosphere of a rink using more sophisticated adjectives: 'The atmosphere at the rink was electric during the championship game.' You also understand the use of 'rink' in other sports like curling, where it can refer to the team itself. You can follow detailed instructions or rules related to rink usage and safety. At this level, you can engage in debates about whether public funds should be used to build new rinks or other types of community centers.

At the C1 level, your understanding of 'rink' includes its cultural, historical, and technical nuances. You can discuss the evolution of the rink from natural frozen ponds to high-tech indoor facilities. You might use the word in metaphorical ways or in complex academic discussions about urban planning and recreational spaces. You can speak fluently about the 'rink' as a social construct, a place where different social classes and age groups interact. You are familiar with the technical terminology used by those who manage rinks, such as 'ice thickness,' 'refrigeration cycles,' and 'resurfacing schedules.' You can analyze the 'rink' as a setting in literature or film, discussing how it represents themes of isolation, community, or grace. Your vocabulary is rich enough to use synonyms like 'arena,' 'oval,' or 'sheet' with perfect accuracy based on the specific context. You can also understand and use the word in the context of niche sports or historical variations of skating. You might write a detailed report on the economic viability of a local rink or the benefits of 'synthetic rinks' compared to traditional ice rinks. Your command of the word is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker.

At the C2 level, you have a complete and effortless mastery of the word 'rink.' You can use it in any context, from a casual conversation to a highly specialized technical or academic environment. You understand the most obscure uses of the word, including its etymological roots and its application in rare sports. You can use 'rink' with subtle irony or in complex wordplay. You might discuss the 'rink' in the context of physics, explaining the thermodynamic challenges of maintaining a consistent ice temperature across a large surface. You can appreciate and produce sophisticated writing where the 'rink' serves as a central motif. You are aware of the regional variations in how the word is used across the English-speaking world and can adapt your usage accordingly. You can critique the design of a rink from an aesthetic or functional perspective, using precise terminology. Whether you are discussing the 'rink' in the context of professional hockey league regulations, urban sociology, or the history of leisure, you do so with total confidence and nuance. The word is just one small part of your vast and flexible vocabulary, used with perfect precision to convey exactly the meaning and tone you intend.

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A rink is a designated area with a smooth surface, primarily used for ice skating, roller skating, or ice hockey competitions and recreation.
Rinks can be found indoors within sports complexes or outdoors as seasonal attractions, often featuring ice maintained by advanced refrigeration systems.
The term 'rink' also applies to the lane used in curling and can sometimes refer to the team of players in that sport.
Commonly paired with prepositions like 'at' for location and 'on' for the skating surface, it is a central term in winter sports vocabulary.

The word rink refers to a specialized, flat surface designed for skating or certain sports. While most people immediately think of a frozen sheet of ice when they hear the word, it can also refer to surfaces made of wood, concrete, or synthetic materials used for roller skating or ball hockey. The term implies a boundary; a rink is not just any patch of ice on a lake, but a prepared area, often enclosed by boards or walls, maintained specifically for recreational or competitive use. In modern urban environments, the rink serves as a vital community hub during the winter months, acting as a stage for everything from professional hockey games to a child's very first steps on skates. The atmosphere of a rink is distinct: the crisp, cold air of an indoor ice arena, the rhythmic scraping of metal blades against ice, and the echoing sounds of whistles and cheers. People use this word when discussing winter hobbies, sports training, or social outings. Whether it is a temporary outdoor rink set up in a city square for the holidays or a massive Olympic-sized facility, the word conveys a sense of controlled, slippery fun. In a broader sense, the rink represents the triumph of engineering over nature, allowing people to enjoy winter sports regardless of the actual weather outside, thanks to complex refrigeration systems hidden beneath the surface.

Primary Usage: Used to describe the physical location for ice skating, figure skating, or ice hockey.
Recreational Context: Refers to roller rinks where people use quad or inline skates on wooden floors.
Sports Context: Specifically denotes the field of play in sports like curling or rink bandy.

The local community center recently opened a new outdoor rink for the public to enjoy during the winter festival.

Professional hockey players spend thousands of hours practicing their drills on the rink to perfect their skating technique.

We decided to go to the roller rink for Sarah's birthday party because she loves disco music and skating.

The Zamboni machine slowly circled the rink, leaving a trail of smooth, glass-like ice behind it.

During the summer, the ice is removed, and the rink is used for indoor soccer and lacrosse.

Using the word rink correctly involves understanding its role as a noun and its common prepositional pairings. Most frequently, we use the prepositions 'at' or 'to' when discussing the location or destination. For example, you might say, 'I will meet you at the rink,' or 'We are going to the rink.' When describing the act of being on the surface itself, the preposition 'on' is the most appropriate choice, as in 'There were twenty skaters on the rink at once.' It is also important to distinguish between the different types of rinks by using modifiers. An 'ice rink' is the most common, but 'roller rink,' 'skating rink,' and 'hockey rink' are all frequently used to provide more specificity. In more technical or sports-related discussions, you might hear 'sheet' used as a synonym for the ice surface within a rink facility, particularly in curling or when a building contains multiple ice surfaces (e.g., 'The facility has three sheets of ice'). The word can also function as part of compound nouns like 'rink-side,' describing the area immediately adjacent to the ice where coaches and spectators stand. When writing about a rink, you can use descriptive adjectives to set the scene: a 'glistening' rink, a 'crowded' rink, or a 'frozen' rink. Understanding the verb collocations is also key; rinks are 'maintained,' 'flooded' (to create new ice), 'resurfaced,' and 'booked' for private events. By mastering these combinations, you can describe everything from a casual weekend activity to a high-stakes professional sports environment with precision and clarity.

Prepositional Use: Use 'at' for location, 'to' for direction, and 'on' for the surface.
Modifiers: Combine with 'ice', 'roller', 'hockey', or 'public' to specify the type.
Verbal Phrases: Commonly paired with 'skate on', 'clear the', or 'head to'.

After the game, the players gathered on the rink for a group photograph.

The city council voted to allocate funds for the repair of the aging municipal rink.

Please be careful when you step onto the rink, as the ice is very slippery today.

The word rink is a staple in the vocabulary of residents in colder climates, particularly in countries like Canada, the United States, Russia, and Scandinavian nations. In these regions, the rink is as common a landmark as a park or a library. You will hear it in sports broadcasts, where commentators describe the action 'all over the rink' or mention a player 'skating the length of the rink.' In schools, teachers might announce a field trip to the local skating rink as a winter treat. Parents often discuss their 'rink schedule,' referring to the early morning or late evening hours spent driving children to hockey or figure skating practice. In popular culture, the rink is frequently used as a setting for romantic scenes in movies—think of a couple holding hands while skating under twinkling lights—or as the backdrop for intense sports dramas. During the Winter Olympics, the word is used globally to describe the venues for short-track speed skating and curling. Even in warmer climates, the word appears in the context of 'roller rinks,' which were cultural icons of the 1970s disco era and remain popular for retro-themed parties today. You might also encounter the word in news reports about urban development, such as 'The new downtown plaza will feature a seasonal ice rink.' Essentially, whenever the conversation turns to skating, winter sports, or community recreation facilities, the word 'rink' is likely to be at the center of it.

Sports Commentary: 'He's moving the puck across the rink with incredible speed!'
Social Planning: 'Do you want to go to the rink this Friday night?'
Daily Logistics: 'I have to drop the kids off at the rink by 6:00 AM.'

The announcer's voice echoed through the rink as he introduced the starting lineup.

In many Canadian towns, the hockey rink is the most important social gathering place.

One of the most common mistakes learners make with the word rink is confusing it with the word 'ring.' While they sound somewhat similar, a 'ring' is usually a circular band or a place for boxing and wrestling, whereas a 'rink' is specifically for skating. Another frequent error involves prepositions. As mentioned earlier, students often say 'in the rink' when they mean 'on the rink.' While 'in the rink' is acceptable if you are referring to being inside the building, 'on the rink' is the correct way to describe being on the actual ice or skating surface. Additionally, learners sometimes confuse 'rink' with 'court' or 'field.' You play basketball on a 'court' and soccer on a 'field,' but you must use 'rink' for hockey or skating. Using the wrong term can lead to confusion in sports contexts. Another subtle mistake is using 'rink' to describe a natural frozen pond without any preparation. While you can skate on a pond, it only becomes a 'rink' once it has been cleared, leveled, and perhaps bordered. Finally, spelling errors are common, such as writing 'wrink' or 'rinck.' Remembering that it ends with a simple 'k' is essential. By paying attention to these distinctions, you can avoid common pitfalls and use the word with the confidence of a native speaker.

Rink vs. Ring: A rink is for skating; a ring is for boxing or jewelry.
Rink vs. Court: Use 'rink' for ice sports and 'court' for tennis or basketball.
Preposition Error: Say 'on the rink' when referring to the skating surface.

Incorrect: We played hockey on the ring. (Correct: rink)

Incorrect: He is skating in the court. (Correct: rink)

While rink is the most precise word for a skating area, there are several synonyms and related terms that can be used depending on the context. 'Arena' is perhaps the most common alternative, though it usually refers to the entire building, including the seating for spectators, rather than just the ice surface itself. You might say, 'The hockey game is at the arena,' but 'The players are on the rink.' Another term is 'sheet,' which is specifically used in curling or to describe a single ice surface within a larger complex. For example, 'We have reserved Sheet B for our practice.' In a more poetic or descriptive context, you might hear 'frozen pond' or 'ice patch,' though these lack the connotation of a prepared, professional surface. For roller skating, 'floor' is sometimes used informally, as in 'Get out on the floor and skate!' In the sport of speed skating, the term 'oval' is used to describe the long, circular track. Understanding these nuances allows you to choose the most appropriate word for your situation. For instance, if you are talking about a massive stadium where thousands of people watch a game, 'arena' or 'stadium' is better. If you are talking about the actual place where the skates touch the ice, 'rink' is the perfect choice.

Arena: A large building for sports and entertainment that contains a rink.
Sheet: A technical term for the ice surface, especially in curling or multi-surface facilities.
Oval: A specific type of rink used for long-track speed skating.

The Olympic oval was built specifically for the speed skating events.

The team practiced on a small sheet of ice behind the main arena.

How Formal Is It?

フォーマル

ニュートラル

カジュアル

Child friendly

スラング

豆知識

The term was first applied to curling in the 18th century before being adopted for ice skating and hockey in the 19th century.

発音ガイド

UK /rɪŋk/

US /rɪŋk/

Single syllable; stress is on the entire word.

韻が合う語

Pink Sink Link Think Drink Blink Wink Shrink

よくある間違い

Pronouncing it like 'ring' (omitting the final 'k').
Adding an extra vowel sound at the end, like 'rink-uh'.
Confusing the 'i' sound with 'ee' (sounding like 'reenk').
Pronouncing the 'r' too softly or like a 'w'.
Nasalizing the vowel too much before the 'nk'.

難易度

読解 1/5

A very short, phonetic word that is easy to recognize.

ライティング 1/5

Simple four-letter spelling with no silent letters.

スピーキング 1/5

Easy to pronounce, though the 'nk' ending requires clarity.

リスニング 2/5

Can sometimes be confused with 'ring' in fast speech.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

Ice Skate Cold Play Go

次に学ぶ

Arena Zamboni Blade Helmet Tournament

上級

Cryogenics Substrate Liminality Urban planning Thermodynamics

知っておくべき文法

Prepositions of Place

Use 'at' for the building (at the rink) and 'on' for the surface (on the rink).

Compound Nouns

Words like 'ice rink' function as a single unit.

Countable Nouns

Rink is countable: 'The city has three rinks.'

Adjective Placement

Adjectives come before the noun: 'The crowded rink'.

Articles with Specific Locations

Use 'the' when referring to a specific local rink known to the speaker.

レベル別の例文

The ice rink is very big.

L'endroit pour patiner est grand.

Simple subject-verb-adjective structure.

I go to the rink on Saturday.

Je vais à la patinoire le samedi.

Use of 'to' for direction.

We skate on the rink.

Nous patinons sur la patinoire.

Use of 'on' for the surface.

The rink is cold.

La patinoire est froide.

Simple description.

Is the rink open?

La patinoire est-elle ouverte ?

Basic question formation.

I like the roller rink.

J'aime la patinoire à roulettes.

Modifier 'roller' used with 'rink'.

Look at the rink!

Regarde la patinoire !

Imperative sentence.

The rink has white ice.

La patinoire a de la glace blanche.

Simple possessive 'has'.

We are meeting our friends at the rink at five o'clock.

Nous retrouvons nos amis à la patinoire à cinq heures.

Present continuous for future plans.

The outdoor rink is free for everyone in the winter.

La patinoire extérieure est gratuite pour tout le monde en hiver.

Adjective 'outdoor' modifying 'rink'.

You should wear warm clothes at the ice rink.

Tu devrais porter des vêtements chauds à la patinoire.

Modal verb 'should' for advice.

My brother plays hockey at the local rink every week.

Mon frère joue au hockey à la patinoire locale chaque semaine.

Present simple for habits.

The rink was very crowded during the holidays.

La patinoire était très fréquentée pendant les vacances.

Past simple with 'was'.

Can you see the Zamboni cleaning the rink?

Peux-tu voir la surfaceuse nettoyer la patinoire ?

Question with 'can' and present participle.

There is a small cafe inside the skating rink.

Il y a un petit café à l'intérieur de la patinoire.

Use of 'there is' for existence.

The roller rink has great music and lights.

La patinoire à roulettes a de la super musique et des lumières.

Compound subjects and objects.

If the rink isn't too busy, I want to practice my spins.

Si la patinoire n'est pas trop occupée, je veux m'entraîner à faire des pirouettes.

First conditional sentence.

The city decided to build a new rink to encourage more people to exercise.

La ville a décidé de construire une nouvelle patinoire pour encourager plus de gens à faire de l'exercice.

Infinitive of purpose.

I've been going to the same rink since I was five years old.

Je vais à la même patinoire depuis que j'ai cinq ans.

Present perfect continuous for duration.

The rink was closed for maintenance, so we went to the cinema instead.

La patinoire était fermée pour entretien, alors nous sommes allés au cinéma à la place.

Conjunction 'so' to show result.

It's much easier to skate on a professional rink than on a frozen pond.

C'est beaucoup plus facile de patiner sur une patinoire professionnelle que sur un étang gelé.

Comparative structure.

The rink manager said that we need to wear helmets for safety.

Le gérant de la patinoire a dit que nous devions porter des casques pour la sécurité.

Reported speech.

We watched a very exciting hockey game at the rink last night.

Nous avons regardé un match de hockey très excitant à la patinoire hier soir.

Past simple with descriptive adjectives.

The rink is located right in the center of the town.

La patinoire est située juste au centre de la ville.

Passive voice 'is located'.

Despite the high cost of maintenance, the rink remains a popular destination for families.

Malgré le coût élevé de l'entretien, la patinoire reste une destination populaire pour les familles.

Use of 'despite' to show contrast.

The rink's cooling system failed, causing the ice to melt rapidly.

Le système de refroidissement de la patinoire est tombé en panne, provoquant une fonte rapide de la glace.

Participle clause 'causing...'.

Professional athletes require a rink with perfectly leveled ice to perform their best.

Les athlètes professionnels ont besoin d'une patinoire avec une glace parfaitement nivelée pour donner le meilleur d'eux-mêmes.

Use of 'require' for necessity.

The atmosphere at the rink was tense as the final minutes of the game ticked away.

L'atmosphère à la patinoire était tendue alors que les dernières minutes du match s'écoulaient.

Descriptive past continuous.

By the time we arrived at the rink, the skating session had already started.

Au moment où nous sommes arrivés à la patinoire, la séance de patinage avait déjà commencé.

Past perfect for an action before another past action.

The rink is used for various sports, including curling and short-track speed skating.

La patinoire est utilisée pour divers sports, notamment le curling et le patinage de vitesse sur piste courte.

Passive voice with 'including'.

Many communities are investing in synthetic rinks that don't require refrigeration.

De nombreuses communautés investissent dans des patinoires synthétiques qui ne nécessitent pas de réfrigération.

Relative clause 'that don't require...'.

The rink's boards are designed to absorb the impact of players being checked.

Les bandes de la patinoire sont conçues pour absorber l'impact des joueurs qui subissent une mise en échec.

Passive voice with infinitive.

The architectural design of the new Olympic rink seamlessly integrates with the surrounding landscape.

La conception architecturale de la nouvelle patinoire olympique s'intègre parfaitement au paysage environnant.

Sophisticated vocabulary and adverbial use.

Maintaining a pristine rink surface is a delicate balance of temperature control and humidity management.

Maintenir une surface de patinoire impeccable est un équilibre délicat entre le contrôle de la température et la gestion de l'humidité.

Gerund as a subject.

The rink served as a liminal space where the rigid rules of the outside world seemed to melt away.

La patinoire servait d'espace liminaire où les règles rigides du monde extérieur semblaient s'évanouir.

Metaphorical and academic language.

The historical significance of the local rink cannot be overstated, as it has been the heart of the town for decades.

L'importance historique de la patinoire locale ne saurait être surestimée, car elle est le cœur de la ville depuis des décennies.

Passive modal 'cannot be overstated'.

Observers noted that the ice on the outdoor rink was particularly brittle due to the extreme cold.

Les observateurs ont noté que la glace de la patinoire extérieure était particulièrement fragile en raison du froid extrême.

Noun clause after 'noted that'.

The rink's acoustics were so poor that the announcer's voice was almost unintelligible.

L'acoustique de la patinoire était si mauvaise que la voix de l'annonceur était presque inintelligible.

Result clause 'so... that'.

Funding for the rink was contingent upon the city meeting strict environmental standards.

Le financement de la patinoire était subordonné au respect par la ville de normes environnementales strictes.

Adjective 'contingent upon'.

The rink's transformation into a concert venue required extensive logistical planning.

La transformation de la patinoire en salle de concert a nécessité une planification logistique importante.

Complex noun phrase as subject.

The rink, once a bustling epicenter of community life, now stood as a silent, cavernous relic of a bygone era.

La patinoire, autrefois épicentre bouillonnant de la vie communautaire, se dressait désormais comme une relique silencieuse et caverneuse d'une époque révolue.

Appositive phrase and evocative adjectives.

To master the rink is to understand the subtle interplay between friction, momentum, and the crystalline structure of ice.

Maîtriser la patinoire, c'est comprendre l'interaction subtile entre la friction, l'élan et la structure cristalline de la glace.

Infinitive as subject and complement.

The skater's movements across the rink were a testament to years of disciplined practice and an innate sense of grace.

Les mouvements du patineur sur la patinoire témoignaient d'années de pratique disciplinée et d'un sens inné de la grâce.

Complex possessive and abstract nouns.

The rink's refrigeration pipes, a labyrinthine network beneath the concrete, hummed with a constant, low-frequency vibration.

Les tuyaux de réfrigération de la patinoire, un réseau labyrinthique sous le béton, bourdonnaient d'une vibration constante à basse fréquence.

Parenthetical appositive.

The sociopolitical implications of the rink's closure were debated fiercely in the local press.

Les implications sociopolitiques de la fermeture de la patinoire ont fait l'objet d'un débat acharné dans la presse locale.

Passive voice with complex subject.

In the winter of 1924, the frozen canal was officially designated as the city's primary skating rink.

Au cours de l'hiver 1924, le canal gelé a été officiellement désigné comme la principale patinoire de la ville.

Historical narrative style.

The rink's surface, marred by the deep gouges of hockey skates, required immediate attention from the maintenance crew.

La surface de la patinoire, marquée par les profondes entailles des patins de hockey, nécessitait l'attention immédiate de l'équipe d'entretien.

Relative clause reduced to a participle phrase.

Whether viewed as a theater of athletic prowess or a simple playground, the rink remains an enduring symbol of winter.

Qu'elle soit considérée comme un théâtre de prouesses athlétiques ou un simple terrain de jeu, la patinoire reste un symbole durable de l'hiver.

Concessive clause with 'whether'.

類義語

arena skating rink ice rink stadium court

反対語

field pitch

よく使う組み合わせ

Ice rink

Roller rink

Skating rink

Outdoor rink

Indoor rink

Hockey rink

Public rink

Rink side

Resurface the rink

Rink dimensions

よく使うフレーズ

Head to the rink

On the rink

At the rink

Clear the rink

Rink rat

Flood the rink

Rink boards

Community rink

Backyard rink

Rink time

よく混同される語

rink vs Ring

A ring is a circle or a boxing area; a rink is for skating.

rink vs Court

A court is for tennis or basketball; a rink is for ice or roller skating.

rink vs Field

A field is a grass area for sports like soccer or football.

慣用句と表現

"Rink rat"

A person who spends a great deal of time at a skating rink, often helping out or playing.

Growing up in Minnesota, he was a classic rink rat.

Informal

"Own the rink"

To dominate or play exceptionally well on the ice.

When she skates, she truly owns the rink.

Informal

"Length of the rink"

To travel from one end of the skating area to the other.

He skated the length of the rink to score the winning goal.

Neutral

"Off the rink"

Referring to a player's life or behavior outside of the sport.

He's a tough player, but a nice guy off the rink.

Neutral

"Across the rink"

Moving from one side to the other.

The pass went all the way across the rink.

Neutral

"Hit the rink"

To start skating or practicing.

Time to hit the rink and get to work!

Informal

"Rink fever"

Extreme excitement or obsession with skating or hockey.

The whole town has rink fever during the playoffs.

Informal

"Command the rink"

To show great authority or skill while skating.

The lead skater commanded the rink with her presence.

Literary

"Master of the rink"

Someone who is highly skilled at skating.

He is a true master of the rink.

Neutral

"Rink-side seat"

A position very close to the action.

I had a rink-side seat for the championship game.

Neutral

間違えやすい

rink vs Arena

Both refer to sports venues.

An arena is the whole building; a rink is the specific skating surface.

The arena contains two separate ice rinks.

rink vs Oval

Both are places for skating.

An oval is a specific long-track speed skating circuit.

He set a record at the Olympic speed skating oval.

rink vs Pond

Both can be used for skating.

A pond is natural; a rink is prepared and maintained.

We skated on the pond until the city opened the rink.

rink vs Sheet

Both refer to the ice.

Sheet is a technical term for one unit of ice, especially in curling.

They are flooding the third sheet of the rink.

rink vs Track

Both are paths for movement.

A track is for running or racing; a rink is for skating.

The athletes moved from the running track to the ice rink.

文型パターン

The [noun] is [adjective].

The rink is big.

Let's go to the [modifier] rink.

Let's go to the outdoor rink.

I have been [verb-ing] at the rink for [time].

I have been skating at the rink for two hours.

Despite the [noun], the rink was [adjective].

Despite the cold, the rink was crowded.

The rink serves as a [noun phrase].

The rink serves as a vital community hub.

Viewed as a [noun], the rink [verb].

Viewed as a theater of grace, the rink inspires many.

Any

Meet me at the rink.

Any

Is the rink open?

語族

名詞

動詞

形容詞

使い方

frequency

Common in winter-themed and sports-related English.

よくある間違い

Using 'ring' instead of 'rink'. → We went to the skating rink.
A 'ring' is a circle; a 'rink' is for skating.
Saying 'skating court'. → Skating rink.
Courts are for tennis or basketball; rinks are for skating.
Saying 'in the ice'. → On the ice/on the rink.
You are on the surface, not inside the material.
Confusing 'arena' and 'rink'. → The game is at the arena on the main rink.
Arena is the building; rink is the ice surface.
Spelling it 'rinck'. → Rink.
There is no 'c' in the spelling of rink.

ヒント

Use Modifiers

Always specify 'ice rink' or 'roller rink' if the context isn't clear to avoid confusion.

Preposition Choice

Remember: 'On the rink' for the ice, 'at the rink' for the location.

Community Hub

In Canada, 'the rink' is often the most important social spot in town.

Rhyme Time

Remember 'rink' rhymes with 'pink' and 'sink' to help with spelling.

Hockey Context

In hockey, the rink is divided into zones (attacking, neutral, defensive).

Rink Rules

Most rinks have specific rules, like 'skate in one direction' or 'no hockey sticks during public skate'.

The Zamboni

If you see a large machine on the ice, it's resurfacing the rink.

Meeting Point

The rink is a classic place for a first date or a birthday party.

Olympic Standards

Olympic rinks are wider than North American professional rinks.

Winter Fun

Outdoor rinks are often only open during the coldest months of the year.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of a 'Rink' as a place where you 'Skate' and 'Link' up with friends. The 'ink' in 'rink' is like the 'ink' on a pen—it flows smoothly, just like you on the ice.

視覚的連想

Imagine a giant, shiny silver coin lying flat on the ground. That smooth, circular surface is like a skating rink.

Word Web

Ice Skates Hockey Cold Smooth Arena Zamboni Winter

チャレンジ

Try to use the word 'rink' in three different sentences today: one about a sport, one about a social plan, and one describing the ice itself.

語源

The word 'rink' originated from the Scots language in the 14th century. It initially referred to a 'course' or a 'place of combat.' It is likely derived from the Middle French word 'renc,' which means 'row' or 'rank.'

元の意味： A space marked out for a contest, particularly in curling or archery.

Germanic (via Scots and Old French).

文化的な背景

No specific sensitivities, but be aware that 'rink' is specific to skating; don't use it for other sports like soccer or tennis.

In Canada, 'the rink' is often used as a shorthand for the local community center.

The Rockefeller Center Rink in New York City. The movie 'The Rink' (1916) starring Charlie Chaplin. The musical 'The Rink' by Kander and Ebb.

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

Winter Sports

Hockey rink
Figure skating rink
Curling rink
Speed skating oval

Recreation

Public skating rink
Roller rink
Family outing to the rink
Skating lessons

Maintenance

Resurface the rink
Flood the ice
Rink refrigeration
Clear the snow

Social Life

Meet at the rink
Rink party
Community gathering
Rink rat

Urban Planning

Seasonal rink
Municipal rink
Indoor sports facility
Multi-purpose rink

会話のきっかけ

"Have you ever been to an outdoor ice rink in the winter?"

"Do you prefer ice skating or roller skating at a rink?"

"Is there a public rink in your hometown?"

"What is the best memory you have of going to a rink?"

"Do you think rinks are important for a community's social life?"

日記のテーマ

Describe the sounds and smells you experience when you walk into a cold ice rink.

Write about a time you learned a new skill at a skating rink.

If you could design the perfect community rink, what features would it have?

Reflect on the difference between skating on a natural pond and a prepared rink.

How does the atmosphere of a roller rink differ from that of an ice rink?

よくある質問

10 問

An arena is typically the entire building or stadium that hosts events, while the rink is the specific surface where skating or hockey takes place. You might go to the arena to watch a game on the rink.

Yes, rinks can be made of wood or concrete for roller skating, or synthetic materials that mimic the feel of ice without needing refrigeration.

Yes, in curling, 'rink' refers to both the lane of ice where the game is played and the team of four players themselves.

The plural of rink is 'rinks'. It follows the standard rule of adding an 's'.

A 'rink rat' is an informal term for someone who spends a lot of time at a skating rink, often because they are obsessed with hockey or skating.

You say 'on the rink' when you are on the ice surface. You can say 'in the rink' if you mean you are inside the building.

A Zamboni is a famous brand of machine used to resurface the ice on a rink, making it smooth again after people have skated on it.

No, rink sizes vary. NHL rinks are different from Olympic rinks, and community rinks can be any size.

The word comes from a Scots word meaning a 'course' or 'space,' originally used for curling.

Yes, a roller rink has a hard floor for wheels, while an ice rink has a frozen surface for blades.