Atleta (en. Athlete)

/atˈleta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who participates in sports or competitions of physical ability.
The athlete trained under the sun to prepare for his next competition.
Ang atleta ay nagt訓 sa ilalim ng araw upang maghanda para sa kanyang susunod na paligsahan.
A person who specializes in a particular sport or physical discipline.
He is a well-known athlete in the field of cycling.
Siya ay isang kilalang atleta sa larangan ng pagbibisikleta.
An individual dedicated to training to improve their skill in sports.
Every athlete needs proper nutrition and rest.
Ang bawat atleta ay nangangailangan ng tamang nutrisyon at pahinga.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'atleta'

Common Phrases and Expressions

national athlete
An athlete representing the country in international competitions.
atletang pambansa
professional athlete
An athlete who earns from their talent in sports.
atletang propesyonal

Related Words

sports
Physical activities with competition.
sports
active lifestyle
Lifestyle with an emphasis on physical activity.
pamumuhay na aktibo

Slang Meanings

Strength or really good at a game or sport.
Wow, Marco is amazing! He's like an athlete in the match.
Grabe, ang galing ni Marco! Para siyang atleta sa laban.
Always exercising or loves fitness.
He's really an athlete, even outside the gym he's still packing protein.
Siya talaga ay atleta, kahit sa labas ng gym nag-iimpake pa rin ng protein.
A fighter or competitive person.
Who wouldn't be an athlete when it comes to competition, really going for it!
Sino ba naman ang hindi magiging atleta pagdating sa kompetisyon, talagang bumababa ng bakbakan!