Sports, Fitness & Character Traits

beat / defeat (defeat an opponent)

to win against someone in a game or competition [Our team worked hard to defeat the rival team in the finals.]

burn off calories (burn off calories quickly)

to use energy by doing physical exercise [Running on the treadmill is a great way to burn off calories.]

caring (caring teammate)

showing kindness and concern for others [She is a caring trainer who always checks on injured athletes.]

champion (reigning champion)

a person or team that has won a competition [The champion celebrated another victory on the court.]

cheer (cheer loudly)

to shout words of encouragement or approval [The fans gathered to cheer for their favorite football player.]

coach / trainer (hire a coach)

a person who trains athletes or sports teams [The coach gave us helpful advice before the big match.]

courageous (courageous athlete)

brave and confident when facing a challenge [It took a courageous effort to finish the race with a sore leg.]

cyclist (professional cyclist)

a person who rides a bicycle [The cyclist trained daily to prepare for the upcoming race.]

determined (determined to win)

showing a firm decision to achieve a goal [He was determined to score a goal before the final whistle.]

do judo/karate (do judo weekly)

to practice martial arts as a sport [She decided to do karate to improve her discipline and strength.]

fan / supporter (loyal fan)

a person who strongly admires or supports a team [Every loyal fan was shouting when the team scored.]

get into (get into shape)

to become involved in an activity or start a habit [I want to get into cycling this summer.]

go skiing/swimming (go skiing in winter)

to participate in outdoor or water sports [We plan to go skiing as soon as the snow falls.]

hit a small ball (hit a small ball hard)

to strike a little ball with a racket or bat [In tennis, you need to hit a small ball over the net.]

in shape (stay in shape)

in good physical condition [Working out regularly helps you keep in shape.]

kick a ball (kick a ball smoothly)

to hit a ball with your foot [The football player learned how to kick a ball accurately.]

let someone down (let the team down)

to fail to support or meet expectations [I worked hard during practice so I wouldn't let my coach down.]

opponent (tough opponent)

a person or team that competes against another [He shook hands with his opponent after the match.]

passionate (passionate about sports)

showing strong feelings or enthusiasm [She is passionate about rowing and practices every morning.]

play football (play football on weekends)

to take part in a team game using a ball [We used to play football together after classes.]

referee (fair referee)

an official who supervises a game to ensure rules are followed [The referee blew the whistle to signal a penalty.]

rely on myself (rely on myself entirely)

to depend on one's own abilities rather than others [In solo sports like boxing, you have to rely on yourself.]

score a goal (score a goal easily)

to earn a point by getting a ball into the net [He managed to score a goal right before the game ended.]

take a risk (take a calculated risk)

to do something that might have a dangerous or negative result [The athlete took a risk by attempting a harder move.]

teammate (supportive teammate)

a fellow member of the same team [A good teammate always encourages others during a match.]

work out (work out at the gym)

to do physical exercises [She likes to work out at the gym three times a week.]