Cool MateMeaning of Derby
A competitive horse race, often with a prestigious title.
In simple words: A race between horses or a place for such races.
Derby in a sentence
- The Kentucky Derby is known as the most exciting two minutes in sports.
- Many fans dress up for the Derby, wearing fancy hats and suits.
- She won the local derby last year with her thoroughbred.
- The city hosts a famous derby every spring, attracting visitors from afar.
- In Britain, the Derby refers to a specific horse race at Epsom Downs.
How to use Derby
Often refers to a specific event like the Kentucky Derby. Use in sports contexts but not in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'Derby' as a thrilling horse race event in a big stadium.
Related words
Collocations with Derby
- horse derby
- annual derby
- local derby
- Derby day
- Derby winner
Synonyms for Derby
Common mistakes with Derby
- Confusing 'Derby' with 'derby' (referring to a type of hat)
- Mispronouncing the second syllable as 'bee'
- Using it incorrectly to describe non-horse races
Derby appears in
Derby in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ديربي
سباق بين الخيول أو مكان لهذه السباقات.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ডার্বি
ঘোড়দৌড় বা এই ধরনের দৌড়ের জন্য একটি স্থান।
- GermanDeutsch
Derby
Ein Rennen zwischen Pferden oder ein Ort für solche Rennen.
- SpanishEspañol
Derbi
Una carrera entre caballos o un lugar para dichas carreras.
- Persianفارسی
درابی
یک مسابقه بین اسبها یا مکانی برای چنین مسابقاتی.
- FrenchFrançais
Derby
Une course entre chevaux ou un lieu pour de telles courses.
- Hindiहिन्दी
डर्बी
घोड़ों के बीच एक दौड़ या ऐसी दौड़ के लिए एक जगह।
- ItalianItaliano
Derby
Una gara tra cavalli o un luogo per tali gare.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Derby
Uma corrida entre cavalos ou um local para tais corridas.
- RussianРусский
Дерби
Скачки между лошадьми или место для таких скачек.
- Urduاردو
Derby
گھوڑوں کے درمیان دوڑ یا ایسی دوڑ کے لیے جگہ۔
- Chinese中文
德比
赛马比赛，或者举行这种比赛的地方。
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Frequently asked questions about Derby
What does Derby mean?
A race between horses or a place for such races.
What is the definition of Derby?
A competitive horse race, often with a prestigious title.
How do you use Derby in a sentence?
The Kentucky Derby is known as the most exciting two minutes in sports.
Can you give another example of Derby?
Many fans dress up for the Derby, wearing fancy hats and suits.
What are synonyms for Derby?
Common alternatives include race, competition, event, match.
What words go with Derby?
It commonly pairs with horse derby, annual derby, local derby, Derby day, Derby winner.
What are common mistakes when using Derby?
Confusing 'Derby' with 'derby' (referring to a type of hat) Mispronouncing the second syllable as 'bee' Using it incorrectly to describe non-horse races
How do you pronounce Derby?
US: //ˈdɜrbi//, UK: //ˈdɜːbi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Derby?
Often refers to a specific event like the Kentucky Derby. Use in sports contexts but not in casual conversation.