Lexical entry

スキューバ

sukyuuba

Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus used for scuba diving.

Sports & GamesPure GairaigoAbbreviationSource uncertain

Meaning

Refers to scuba diving or the equipment used for it, especially the breathing gear worn underwater.

Examples

Example Sentences

夏休みに沖縄でスキューバダイビングを体験した。

I experienced scuba diving in Okinawa during summer vacation.

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彼はスキューバのライセンスを取得するために練習している。

He is practicing to get a scuba license.

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スキューバの装備を整えて海に潜る。

Prepare the scuba equipment and dive into the sea.

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スクイズ

A baseball squeeze play; by extension, pressure-related squeeze discomfort in diving.

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