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How to pronounce sport
Say it like this: /spoːt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does sport mean?
nounAny activity that uses physical exertion or skills competitively under a set of rules that is not based on aesthetics.
“Basketball is her favorite sport, and she also enjoys various other sports as well.”
A person who exhibits either good or bad sportsmanship.
“The loser was a good sport, and congratulated Jen on her performance.”
Somebody who behaves or reacts in an admirably good-natured manner, e.g. to being teased or to losing a game; a good sport.
“You're such a sport! You never get upset when we tease you.”
verbTo amuse oneself, to play.
“children sporting on the green”
To mock or tease, treat lightly, toy with.
“Jen sports with Bill's emotions.”
To display; to have as a notable feature.
“Jen's sporting a new pair of shoes; he was sporting a new wound from the combat”
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