skiff
word
Definition
A skiff is a small, light boat usually used for one or two people, often for fishing or rowing on rivers or lakes.
Usage & Nuances
'Skiff' is somewhat old-fashioned or technical in general use, most common in nautical, fishing, and literary contexts. Not used for motorboats or large ships. Typical collocations: 'row a skiff', 'fishing skiff'. Avoid confusing with 'raft' or 'canoe'.
Spanish: bote (pequeño) - esquifePortuguese (BR): bote (pequeno) - esquifePortuguese (PT): barco pequeno - esquifeChinese (Simplified): 小船 - 小艇Chinese (Traditional): 小船 - 小艇Hindi: छोटी नाव - किश्तीArabic: قارب صغير
Example Sentences
The fisherman rowed his skiff across the calm lake.
basic
He built a wooden skiff by himself.
basic
Only two people can ride in this skiff at once.
basic
They spent the afternoon drifting along the river in a skiff.
natural
He dreamed of owning his own skiff one day.
natural
With the storm coming, they quickly tied up the skiff to a tree.
natural