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basketball

/ˈbɑːskɪtbɔːl/ · /ˈbæskɪtbɔːl/

CEFR level A1Topic SportWord #226 in the learning path

篮球运动

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Definitions

n. a game where teams throw a ball through raised hoops

篮球运动

n. the large round ball used in this game

篮球

Example

We play basketball at the park after school.

放学后,我们在公园打篮球。

Team sports such as basketball help young people develop cooperation skills while improving their physical fitness.

篮球等团队运动有助于年轻人培养协作能力,同时增强体质。

Collocations

  • play basketball
  • basketball court
  • basketball team
  • basketball hoop

Usage tip

play basketball不加冠词;指一个球用a basketball。

FAQ

What does basketball mean?
a game where teams throw a ball through raised hoops the large round ball used in this game
How is basketball pronounced?
UK /ˈbɑːskɪtbɔːl/, US /ˈbæskɪtbɔːl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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