No. 2,276 in Portuguese
atletismo
Track and field athletics.
In a sentence
O atletismo é uma modalidade esportiva muito tradicional.
Athletics is a very traditional sport.
The word 'atletismo' here is used to refer to the specific sport discipline encompassing actions like running, jumping, and throwing.
Ela pratica atletismo todos os finais de semana no parque.
She practices athletics every weekend in the park.
The term 'atletismo' in this context refers to the activity or practice of engaging in the sports disciplines related to athletics.
A equipe de atletismo ganhou várias medalhas na última competição.
The athletics team won several medals in the last competition.
Here, 'atletismo' is used as part of the concept of a sports team specializing in athletics competing and achieving awards.
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