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UK//ˈtɔːni//US//ˈtɔrni//

Meaning of Tourney

A series of contests or competitions, usually in sports.

In simple words: A competition or series of games, especially in sports.

Tourney in a sentence

  • The basketball tourney was held over the weekend.
  • She won the gaming tourney after months of preparation.
  • Many teams participate in the annual soccer tourney.
  • He played his best in the chess tourney yesterday.
  • A tourney often attracts large crowds and media attention.

How to use Tourney

Used commonly in sports contexts, especially about events like basketball, soccer, or gaming competitions. More informal than 'tournament'.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'tour' plus 'ney' to remember a competitive tour.

Related words

Collocations with Tourney

  • basketball tourney
  • local tourney
  • annual tourney

Synonyms for Tourney

Opposites of Tourney

  • casual game
  • friendship match

Common mistakes with Tourney

  • Confusing 'tourney' with 'tour' which means a trip or journey.
  • Using 'tourney' for non-competitive events.
  • Omitting the context of sports or games when using 'tourney'.

Compare Tourney with Tournament, Competition, Contest

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Frequently asked questions about Tourney

What does Tourney mean?

A competition or series of games, especially in sports.

What is the definition of Tourney?

A series of contests or competitions, usually in sports.

How do you use Tourney in a sentence?

The basketball tourney was held over the weekend.

Can you give another example of Tourney?

She won the gaming tourney after months of preparation.

What are synonyms for Tourney?

Common alternatives include tournament, competition, contest.

What is the opposite of Tourney?

Opposite meanings include casual game, friendship match.

What words go with Tourney?

It commonly pairs with basketball tourney, local tourney, annual tourney.

What are common mistakes when using Tourney?

Confusing 'tourney' with 'tour' which means a trip or journey. Using 'tourney' for non-competitive events. Omitting the context of sports or games when using 'tourney'.

How do you pronounce Tourney?

US: //ˈtɔrni//, UK: //ˈtɔːni//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tourney?

Used commonly in sports contexts, especially about events like basketball, soccer, or gaming competitions. More informal than 'tournament'.