Cool MateMeaning of Sport
activity that you do for pleasure and that needs physical effort or skill, usually done in a special area and according to fixed rules
In simple words: An activity involving physical exertion and skill, often played competitively.
Sport in a sentence
- I play sport every weekend with my friends.
- Football is a popular sport around the world.
- She enjoys watching sport on television.
- Doing sport helps to keep you healthy.
- There are many different types of sport, like basketball and tennis.
How to use Sport
Use 'sport' in conversations about physical activities, games, or competitions. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in very technical athletic discussions where specific terms might be more suitable.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'short' — imagine a short race or activity that's a sport.
Related words
Collocations with Sport
Synonyms for Sport
- game
- athletic activity
- recreation
- physical exercise
Opposites of Sport
- sedentary
- inactive
Common mistakes with Sport
- Confusing 'sport' with 'sports' in plural if referring to multiple activities.
- Using 'sport' as a verb incorrectly.
- Omitting the definite article 'the' when referring to a specific sport.
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Frequently asked questions about Sport
What does Sport mean?
An activity involving physical exertion and skill, often played competitively.
What is the definition of Sport?
activity that you do for pleasure and that needs physical effort or skill, usually done in a special area and according to fixed rules
How do you use Sport in a sentence?
I play sport every weekend with my friends.
Can you give another example of Sport?
Football is a popular sport around the world.
What are synonyms for Sport?
Common alternatives include game, athletic activity, recreation, physical exercise.
What is the opposite of Sport?
Opposite meanings include sedentary, inactive.
What words go with Sport?
It commonly pairs with amateur, pro, professional, do, play, be involved in, event, arena, bar, in sport, love for sport, love for sports, love of sport, mainstream, major, popular, take up, dominate, promote, sport of, love for a sport, love of a sport, passion for a sport.
What are common mistakes when using Sport?
Confusing 'sport' with 'sports' in plural if referring to multiple activities. Using 'sport' as a verb incorrectly. Omitting the definite article 'the' when referring to a specific sport.
How do you pronounce Sport?
US: /["/spɔːrt/"]/, UK: /["/spɔːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sport?
Use 'sport' in conversations about physical activities, games, or competitions. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in very technical athletic discussions where specific terms might be more suitable.
What CEFR level is Sport?
"Sport" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.