No. 1,421 in Portuguese
esporte
"Esporte" means "sport" in English.
In a sentence
Eu pratico esporte regularmente na academia.
I regularly practice sports at the gym.
Here, "esporte" refers to physical activities or sports in general that someone engages in, emphasizing a regular practice.
Assistimos ao jogo de esporte na televisão ontem à noite.
We watched the sports game on television last night.
In this context, "esporte" is used to denote organized competitive sports, specifically those featured in professional settings, like a game.
O governo incentiva a prática de esporte nas escolas.
The government encourages the practice of sports in schools.
"Esporte" here is used to highlight the significance of physical sports activities in educational settings, emphasizing its role in development and health.
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