Sportswoman: meaning, definitions and examples

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sportswoman

 

[ ˈspɔːtsˌwʊmən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

athlete

A sportswoman is a female athlete who participates in sports competitions, representing her country or team.

Synonyms

female athlete, female competitor, female sports player.

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Word Description / Examples
sportswoman

Can be used to reference a woman who excels in sports, emphasizing her skill, dedication, and sportsmanship. Often used in formal contexts.

  • She is a renowned sportswoman who has won several international awards.
  • The sportswoman trained hard for the upcoming Olympics.
female athlete

Typically used in general contexts to refer to a woman involved in any athletic activities. Can be used informally or formally.

  • The event celebrated the achievements of female athletes across various sports.
  • As a female athlete, she has broken many records in her career.
female sports player

Usually used in casual or informal settings to refer to a woman playing sports, without necessarily highlighting her skill or competition.

  • She has been a female sports player since her school days.
  • Many female sports players participated in the friendly match.
female competitor

Used to highlight participation in competitions, often in contexts where the competitive aspect is emphasized.

  • The female competitor showed remarkable resilience during the marathon.
  • Being a female competitor in a male-dominated sport can be challenging.

Examples of usage

  • The sportswoman won a gold medal at the Olympics.
  • She is a talented sportswoman with great potential.

Translations

Translations of the word "sportswoman" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esportista

🇮🇳 खिलाड़ी महिला

🇩🇪 Sportlerin

🇮🇩 olahragawati

🇺🇦 спортсменка

🇵🇱 sportsmenka

🇯🇵 スポーツウーマン

🇫🇷 sportive

🇪🇸 deportista

🇹🇷 sporcu kadın

🇰🇷 여자 운동선수

🇸🇦 رياضية

🇨🇿 sportovkyně

🇸🇰 športovkyňa

🇨🇳 女运动员

🇸🇮 športnica

🇮🇸 íþróttakona

🇰🇿 спортшы әйел

🇬🇪 სპორტსმენი ქალი

🇦🇿 idmançı qadın

🇲🇽 deportista

Etymology

The term 'sportswoman' first appeared in the mid-19th century to refer to a woman who is actively involved in sports. Over the years, the role and recognition of sportswomen have greatly evolved, with more opportunities and support available for female athletes. Today, sportswomen compete at the highest levels in various sports, inspiring others with their dedication and achievements.

See also: sport, sporting, sportscaster, sportsman, sportsmen, sportspeople, sportster, sportswear, sportswomen, sporty.