parachuting
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpærəˌʃuːtɪŋ/
KK: /ˈpærəˌʃutɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The activity of jumping from an aircraft and using a parachute to fall safely to the ground.
Example
Parachuting is an exciting sport that many people enjoy during the summer.
Conversation
Have you ever tried parachuting?
No, but it sounds thrilling!
I went last summer, and it was an amazing experience.
I bet! I would love to try parachuting one day.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
skydiving
freefall
canopy
Antonyms
grounding
landing
staying
verb
Definition
The action of jumping from an aircraft and using a parachute to slow down the fall to the ground.
Example
He enjoys parachuting on weekends for the thrill of free-falling.
Tense Forms
Past: parachuted
Past Participle: parachuted
Conversation
Have you ever tried parachuting before?
No, but it sounds like an incredible experience!
I went last summer, and it was so exhilarating to go parachuting over the mountains.
Root Explanation
Parachuting → It is formed from "para-" (meaning alongside or beyond) and "chute" (from French *chuter*, meaning to fall). The word "parachuting" refers to the act of falling alongside or beyond from a height, typically using a parachute.
Memory Tip
Think of 'falling alongside' ('para-') while using a device to slow that fall ('chute'). This helps you remember that parachuting involves falling safely from the sky.
Visually Confused Words
parching
uparching
preaching