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Striker

🇬🇧 UK //ˈstraɪkə// 🇺🇸 US //ˈstraɪkɚ//

Meaning of Striker

A player in football whose main role is to score goals.

In simple words: A player who scores goals in football (soccer).

Striker in a sentence

• The striker scored a beautiful goal in the final match.
• He's known as the fastest striker in the league.
• The coach called in a new striker to improve the team's performance.
• During the training, the striker practiced his shooting techniques.
• There was excitement when the young striker scored his first goal.

How to use Striker

Used primarily in sports contexts, particularly football. Can be informal when talking about players. Avoid using it in non-sport contexts.

Grammar pattern

noun + standalone

Memory hint

Think of 'Strike' as scoring a goal - a striker strikes the ball.

Related words

Collocations with Striker

• star striker
• centre striker
• youth striker
• top striker
• striker position

Synonyms for Striker

• forward
• goal-scorer
• attacker
• striker-forward
• frontman

Common mistakes with Striker

• Confused with 'forward' - a forward can be a striker, but not all forwards are strikers.
• Using 'striker' for players in other sports - it's specific to football.

Frequently asked questions about Striker

What does Striker mean?

A player who scores goals in football (soccer).

What is the definition of Striker?

A player in football whose main role is to score goals.

How do you use Striker in a sentence?

The striker scored a beautiful goal in the final match.

Can you give another example of Striker?

He's known as the fastest striker in the league.

What are synonyms for Striker?

Common alternatives include forward, goal-scorer, attacker, striker-forward, frontman.

What words go with Striker?

It commonly pairs with star striker, centre striker, youth striker, top striker, striker position.

What are common mistakes when using Striker?

Confused with 'forward' - a forward can be a striker, but not all forwards are strikers. Using 'striker' for players in other sports - it's specific to football.

How do you pronounce Striker?

US: //ˈstraɪkɚ//, UK: //ˈstraɪkə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Striker?

Used primarily in sports contexts, particularly football. Can be informal when talking about players. Avoid using it in non-sport contexts.