sportsperson
/ˈspɔːtspɜːsn/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈspɔːrtspɜːrsn/ (ame, ipa)
sportsperson — noun
- sportspersonsingular
- sportspersonsplural
1. A person who takes part in sports on a regular basis, whether for fun or as a pa
A person who takes part in sports on a regular basis, whether for fun or as a paid career, and who often performs at a skilled level.
Mei-Lin became a professional sportsperson after winning her first tennis tournament at sixteen.
professional sportsperson — follows article 'a'
The local council provides training facilities for young sportspeople from all backgrounds.
plural form: sportspeople
Olga's grandfather was a well-known sportsperson who represented his country at the Olympic Games.
Hassan became a full-time sportsperson after breaking the national junior record in the 400 metres.
Top sportspeople often work with nutritionists and coaches to stay at their best.
- athlete
More common and broader; can refer to anyone trained in sports, especially track and field; sportsperson is more neutral and inclusive.
- player
Usually limited to team sports (football player, tennis player); sportsperson covers both team and individual sports.
- sportsman / sportswoman
Gender-specific equivalents; sportsperson is preferred when the gender is unknown or irrelevant.
文法句型
sportsperson + verb (singular)
sportspeople + verb (plural)
用法筆記
The plural form is sportspeople. This word is a gender-neutral alternative to sportsman or sportswoman and is common in official or institutional contexts.