Sumo (en. Sumo)

/ˈsumo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Japanese wrestling sport where two wrestlers try to push each other out of the ring.
Sumo is very popular in Japan and is celebrated with large ceremonies.
El sumo es muy popular en Japón y se celebra con grandes ceremonias.
Wrestler who practices sumo.
Rikishi is the Japanese term for a sumo wrestler.
El rikishi es el término japonés para referirse a un luchador de sumo.
Sumo tournament, an event where several matches take place.
The sumo tournament takes place every year and attracts many fans.
El torneo de sumo se realiza cada año y atrae a muchos aficionados.

Etymology

From Japanese 相撲 (sumō), which means 'wrestling'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sum of forces
Union of efforts to achieve a common goal.
suma de fuerzas
high priest
Title of a high-ranking priest in certain religions.
sumo sacerdote
in summary
In summary, in conclusion.
en suma

Related Words

rikishi
Professional sumo wrestler.
rikishi
dohyo
The circle where the sumo match takes place.
dohyo
banzuke
Classified list of wrestlers in a sumo tournament.
banzuke

Slang Meanings

Great size or volume, used in a humorous context.
That car is a real sumo, it has an impressive size.
Ese coche es un verdadero sumo, tiene un tamaño impresionante.
Person who tends to overeat.
He is always hungry, he is a sumo.
Siempre tiene hambre, es un sumo.