surfboard
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈsɜːrfbɔrd/
KK: /sɜrfbɔrd/
intransitive verb
Definition
To participate in the activity of riding on waves using a board designed for surfing.
Example
Every summer, I love to surfboard at the beach with my friends.
Tense Forms
Past: surfboarded
Past Participle: surfboarded
Conversation
I heard you want to surfboard this weekend!
Yeah, I can't wait to hit the waves.
That sounds awesome! Do you have all your gear ready for the surfboard?
Totally! I just need to check the weather before we go.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ride
glide
float
Antonyms
sink
submerge
dive
noun
Definition
A long, narrow board used for riding on waves in the sport of surfing.
Example
He took his surfboard to the beach to catch some waves.
Conversation
I just got a new surfboard for the summer!
That's awesome! What kind did you get?
It's a lightweight one, perfect for catching waves.
Root Explanation
Surfboard → The word is formed from "surf" (originating from the early 20th century, likely derived from the word 'surf' meaning the waves of the sea) and "board" (from Old English "bord", meaning a flat piece of material). A surfboard is a flat piece of material used to ride on the waves of the sea.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flat piece of material ('board') that you use to ride on the waves ('surf') — that's what a surfboard is for.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.