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Tennis

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtenɪs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtenɪs/"]/

Meaning of Tennis

a game in which two or four players use rackets to hit a ball backwards and forwards across a net on a specially marked court

In simple words: A sport played with rackets and a ball on a court.

Tennis in a sentence

• to **play tennis**
• a **tennis player/court/ball**
• I met a friend for a quick game of tennis after work.
• a tennis match/tournament
• She is a popular figure on the international tennis circuit.
• He retired from competitive tennis at the age of 34.

How to use Tennis

Used in casual conversation, sports commentary, and formal discussions about sports. Avoid using in contexts that don't relate to sports.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'tennis = 10 is' in a game that involves hitting a ball.

Related words

Collocations with Tennis

• men’s
• women’s
• junior
• game
• play
• watch
• ball
• racket
• dress

Synonyms for Tennis

• sport
• game
• racquet sport

Opposites of Tennis

• basketball
• soccer
• football

Common mistakes with Tennis

• Confused with 'table tennis', which is a different sport.
• Use the wrong article, e.g., saying 'the tennis' instead of just 'tennis'.
• Mispronounce as 'tennis' instead of 'tenis'.

Frequently asked questions about Tennis

What does Tennis mean?

A sport played with rackets and a ball on a court.

What is the definition of Tennis?

a game in which two or four players use rackets to hit a ball backwards and forwards across a net on a specially marked court

How do you use Tennis in a sentence?

to **play tennis**

Can you give another example of Tennis?

a **tennis player/court/ball**

What are synonyms for Tennis?

Common alternatives include sport, game, racquet sport.

What is the opposite of Tennis?

Opposite meanings include basketball, soccer, football.

What words go with Tennis?

It commonly pairs with men’s, women’s, junior, game, play, watch, ball, racket, dress.

What are common mistakes when using Tennis?

Confused with 'table tennis', which is a different sport. Use the wrong article, e.g., saying 'the tennis' instead of just 'tennis'. Mispronounce as 'tennis' instead of 'tenis'.

How do you pronounce Tennis?

US: /["/ˈtenɪs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtenɪs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tennis?

Used in casual conversation, sports commentary, and formal discussions about sports. Avoid using in contexts that don't relate to sports.

What CEFR level is Tennis?

"Tennis" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.