Usage Note
Iskeyting is an English loanword describing the activity or sport of skating, whether on ice, rollers, or a skateboard. It can refer to any of these forms depending on context and often appears in phrases about going out to skate.
Examples
" Mahilig akong mag-iskeyting tuwing Linggo. "
Natural Translation
I love skating every Sunday.
Literal Translation
Fond I to-skate every Sunday.
" Ang iskeyting ay isang sikat na aktibidad sa mga kabataan. "
Natural Translation
Skating is a popular activity among young people.
Literal Translation
The skating is a popular activity among-the youth.
" Bago tayo umuwi, gusto kong subukan ang iskeyting sa bagong rink na binuksan malapit sa mall. "
Natural Translation
Before we go home, I want to try skating at the new rink that opened near the mall.
Literal Translation
Before we go-home, want I to-try the skating at-the new rink that opened near the mall.
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