Teammate: meaning, definitions and examples
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teammate
[ ˈtiːmˌmeɪt ]
sports
A person who is part of the same team as another person, especially in sports.
Synonyms
colleague, companion, team member.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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teammate |
Used primarily in sports or competitive activities to refer to someone on the same team.
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team member |
Used in professional, educational, or collaborative environments to specify someone who is part of a team, typically emphasizing their role within the team.
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colleague |
Used in professional or work environments to refer to someone who works with you, typically in the same field or on similar tasks.
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companion |
Used to describe a friend or someone you spend a lot of time with. It has a more personal and often informal feel compared to other synonyms.
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Examples of usage
- He is a great teammate, always supporting and encouraging others.
- Our team won the championship thanks to the strong bond between teammates.
- She is known for being a reliable and hardworking teammate.
- The coach praised the teamwork and camaraderie among the teammates.
- The teammates celebrated their victory together after a tough match.
Translations
Translations of the word "teammate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 companheiro de equipe
🇮🇳 टीम के साथी (team ke saathi)
🇩🇪 Teamkollege
🇮🇩 rekan satu tim
🇺🇦 товариш по команді
🇵🇱 członek zespołu
🇯🇵 チームメイト (chīmu meito)
🇫🇷 coéquipier
🇪🇸 compañero de equipo
🇹🇷 takım arkadaşı
🇰🇷 팀원 (timwon)
🇸🇦 زميل الفريق (zamil al-fariq)
🇨🇿 spoluhráč
🇸🇰 spoluhráč
🇨🇳 队友 (duìyǒu)
🇸🇮 soigralec
🇮🇸 liðsfélagi
🇰🇿 команда мүшесі (komanda mүşesі)
🇬🇪 გუნდის წევრი (gundis tsevri)
🇦🇿 komanda yoldaşı
🇲🇽 compañero de equipo
Etymology
The word 'teammate' originated in the early 20th century, combining the words 'team' and 'mate'. It gained popularity with the rise of organized sports and teamwork in various fields. The concept of having teammates has been essential in fostering collaboration, camaraderie, and unity among individuals working towards a common goal.