Deportistas (en. Athletes)

/de. por. tis. tas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Individuals who are dedicated to practicing one or more sports.
Athletes train daily to improve their performance.
Los deportistas entrenan diariamente para mejorar su rendimiento.
Athletes who compete in various sports disciplines.
High-performance athletes participate in international competitions.
Los deportistas de alto rendimiento participan en competencias internacionales.
People who maintain an active lifestyle through sports.
Every summer, athletes gather for a training camp.
Cada verano, los deportistas se reúnen para un campamento de entrenamiento.

Etymology

The term athlete comes from 'sport', which in turn comes from the Latin 'deportare', meaning 'to carry away'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

amateur athlete
A person who practices a sport without profit or remuneration.
deportista amateur
professional athlete
A person who is dedicated to sports on a paid basis.
deportista profesional
sports competition
An event where athletes participate in different disciplines.
competencia deportiva

Related Words

sport
Physical activity carried out in a competitive or recreational manner.
deporte
athletics
A sport that includes running, jumping, and throwing.
atletismo
exercise
A physical activity aimed at improving fitness.
ejercicio

Slang Meanings

sporty kid
That sporty kid is always training.
Ese pibe deportista siempre está entrenando.
elite athlete
She is an elite athlete, competing in the Olympic Games.
Ella es una deportista de élite, compite en los Juegos Olímpicos.