Solo effort: meaning, definitions and examples

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solo effort

 

[ ˈsəʊləʊ ˈɛfət ]

Context #1

music

A performance or composition by a single individual, without the accompaniment of others.

Synonyms

individual performance, solo composition, solo performance

Examples of usage

  • She delivered a stunning solo effort on the piano at the concert.
  • The guitarist's solo effort captivated the audience.
Context #2

sports

An action performed by a single player in a team sport, often resulting in a goal or point.

Synonyms

individual effort, individual play, solo play

Examples of usage

  • His solo effort led to the winning goal in the match.
  • The striker's solo effort secured the victory for the team.

Translations

Translations of the word "solo effort" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esforço solo

🇮🇳 अकेला प्रयास

🇩🇪 Einzelanstrengung

🇮🇩 usaha sendiri

🇺🇦 самостійне зусилля

🇵🇱 samodzielny wysiłek

🇯🇵 単独の努力

🇫🇷 effort solitaire

🇪🇸 esfuerzo en solitario

🇹🇷 tek başına çaba

🇰🇷 혼자 하는 노력

🇸🇦 جهد منفرد

🇨🇿 samostatné úsilí

🇸🇰 samostatné úsilie

🇨🇳 独自努力

🇸🇮 samostojen napor

🇮🇸 einstaklingsátak

🇰🇿 жеке күш

🇬🇪 მარტოხელა მცდელობა

🇦🇿 təkbaşına səylər

🇲🇽 esfuerzo en solitario

Word origin

The term 'solo effort' originated in the early 20th century, primarily in the context of music performances. It gained popularity in sports terminology in the mid-20th century, referring to individual plays in team sports. The phrase emphasizes the individual's skill, talent, and determination in achieving a goal or creating a performance without assistance from others.