No. 9,107 in Russian
самбо
"Sambo" is a Russian martial art and self-defense system.
In a sentence
Я занимаюсь самбо уже три года.
I have been practicing Sambo for three years.
Here, 'самбо' refers to the martial art, highlighting its prominent use as a sporting reference.
Вчера я смотрел соревнования по самбо.
Yesterday I watched a Sambo competition.
In this context, 'самбо' denotes the sport itself, often associated with organized competitions.
Самбо требует баланса между техникой и силой.
Sambo requires a balance between technique and strength.
This usage emphasizes 'самбо' as a discipline, focusing on its technical and physical aspects.
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