Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 10

(surfing) a wave that is not very big or powerful, often resulting in a light or easy ride

to make a decision to postpone something or to give up doing it

physically incapacitated or unable to move, typically as a result of overeating

someone who is lying down or immobile, often due to overeating or laziness

(surfing) used to describe someone, usually a non-surfer, who pretends to be experienced or knowledgeable about surfing by imitating the behavior, fashion, and language of surfers

(surfing) to get knocked off one's board by a wave, often in a rough or unexpected way

(surfing) to catch a wave in such a way that one is launched high into the air while maintaining control and staying on the surfboard

(surfing) to take complete control of the surfboard while reaching the top of a wave, often resulting in a sharp or impressive move

a person who is deeply enthusiastic about surfing, often involved in the surf culture and lifestyle

(surfing) to ride waves on one's belly without using a surfboard

false, fake, or not genuine

a large, powerful wave, typically one that barrels over and creates a hollow space inside the wave

to become angry or upset with someone or something, often over a minor issue

a situation or event that causes disappointment or frustration

to surf extremely well, especially performing skilled and stylish turns or maneuvers on the wave

a very pale person, particularly when they're on the beach

of very high quality, superior, or outstanding in some way

a long curling sea wave

(surfing) excellent conditions where the waves keep coming one after another

a surfing technique where the surfer catches a wave at its steepest point, often from a deeper part of the wave, requiring precise timing and skill

(surfing) to lose control on a surfboard when the fin unexpectedly catches the water, causing the surfer to fall or wipe out.

to move one’s arms about in a clumsy or uncontrolled manner while surfing, often due to panic or lack of balance

a surfer who rarely or never falls off their surfboard, often due to impressive balance and skill

someone who behaves in a silly or foolish way

a person who rides a surfboard with their right foot forward, as opposed to the more common position of having the left foot forward

a novice or inexperienced surfer

to surfing aggressively, often with a focus on sharp, quick maneuvers or maintaining speed on the wave

to become scared or panicked, often at the last moment or during a tense situation

to ride a surfboard with all five toes of one foot hanging over the front edge of the board, typically as a maneuver in surfing

to surf toward the front of the surfboard so that the toes of both feet are hanging over the edge of the board

used to describe something that is terrific, exciting, or trendy

to satisfy or please greatly, often used to describe something that is very successful or well-received

an extremely large wave, typically in surfing contexts

someone who performs dangerous stunts to attract attention to himself

a surfing maneuver where the rider spins their board 360 degrees while inside the barrel of the wave

to excel at doing something

full of liveliness or enthusiasm

to eat voraciously or quickly, often with enthusiasm

(surfing) to get hit hard by a huge wave, often resulting in a wipeout

(surfing) a huge wave, often powerful and intimidating

to extract the maximum benefit or advantage from a situation,

(surfing) poorly shaped waves with no tube and no power, making them undesirable for surfing

(surfing) to get pounded or forcefully hit by a wave, often resulting in a wipeout while surfing

extremely beautiful, excellent, or highly desirable, often used to describe perfect waves, stunning scenery, or an ideal experience

(surfing) the act of riding the front part of the surfboard while maintaining balance and control

(surfing) to be forcefully hit or overwhelmed by a wave, often resulting in being knocked underwater or struggling to regain control while surfing

a huge, powerful wave, often used in the context of surfing or describing intense ocean conditions

(surfing) waves that are consistently strong, powerful, and ideal for surfing

used to describe something that is fantastic, incredible, or highly impressive

used to describe something that is fantastic, impressive, or extremely enjoyable

to perform with great energy, enthusiasm, or skill, often in sports, music, or partying

a widely recognized hand gesture among surfers, made by extending the thumb and pinky while curling the other fingers, symbolizing relaxation, positivity, or approval

(surfing) to ride a surfboard inside the hollow part of a breaking wave

to do something while completely or partially naked

to be doing extremely well, often in terms of success, skill, or performance

(surfing) to get hit hard or wiped out, especially by a powerful force like a wave

to vomit, especially after being overwhelmed by rough ocean conditions

(surfing) used to describe something amazing, beautiful, or highly impressive, often in the context of surfing

(surfing) to get thrashed or heavily pummeled by a wave, typically resulting in a wipeout

(surfing) the powerful rush of water and air that comes from a wave’s tube, often when a surfer is inside the barrel, causing a dramatic spray or mist

a witty amusing person who makes jokes

(surfing) a wave that rises and breaks rapidly, often in a fast-moving, linear fashion, resembling the motion of a zipper