athleticism
gb/æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/ us/æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
B2
Inglés
atletikusság, fizikai adottság, virtuozitás
SUSTANTIVO
B2
1
atletikusság
C1
Patrón de uso:
[someone] has/shows/demonstrates athleticism
Her athleticism made her a standout defender despite her height.
Atletikussága a magassága ellenére is kiemelkedő védővé tette.
The scout liked his athleticism but wanted to see better decision-making.
A megfigyelőnek tetszettek a fizikai adottságai, de jobb döntéshozatalt akart látni tőle.
Years of training improved his athleticism and endurance.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He has great athleticism.
Remek fizikai adottságai vannak.
Swimming can improve your athleticism.
Az úszás fejlesztheti az atletikusságodat.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse athleticism (a quality) with athletics (sports as an activity or sport events).
Significado
physical ability for sports
Colocaciones
natural athleticism
|raw athleticism
|pure athleticism
|sheer athleticism
|elite athleticism
|overall athleticism
|demonstrate athleticism
|display athleticism
|improve athleticism
|athleticism and strength
Sinónimos
athletic ability (more direct and specific; less abstract.)
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physical prowess (emphasizes impressive strength or skill.)
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fitness (focuses more on health and stamina than sport skill.)
Antónimos
clumsiness (lack of coordination and smooth movement.)
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unfitness (poor physical condition or low stamina.)
Temas
sports
|health
|fitness
Definición
being physically strong, fast, and coordinated, especially for sports
the combination of strength, speed, fitness, coordination, and agility that allows someone to perform well in physical activities, especially sports
SUSTANTIVO
C1
2
atletikusság
C1
Patrón de uso:
the athleticism of [someone/something]
The choreography demands athleticism as well as precision.
A koreográfia az atletikusság mellett pontosságot is megkövetel.
The film’s fight scenes rely on the actor’s athleticism and timing.
A film harci jelenetei a színész atletikusságára és időzítésére épülnek.
What surprised the audience was the athleticism of the lead dancer.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
This dance needs athleticism.
Ez a tánc atletikusságot igényel.
His athleticism is clear on stage.
Atletikussága a színpadon is jól látszik.
Error frecuente:
Learners may overuse it where 'energy' or 'fitness' is more natural (e.g., for non-physical contexts).
Significado
athletic style of movement
Colocaciones
the athleticism of the performance
|a display of athleticism
|acrobatic athleticism
|remarkable athleticism
|athleticism on stage
|athleticism in dance
|combine grace and athleticism
|demand athleticism
|showcase athleticism
|unexpected athleticism
Sinónimos
physicality (broader; can mean bodily presence without sport-like skill.)
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agility (narrower; focuses on quick, light movement.)
Antónimos
stiffness (lack of ease and flexibility in movement.)
Temas
arts
|sports
Definición
moving in a strong, fast, athletic way
a noticeably energetic, powerful, or acrobatic style of movement, especially in performance or physical work
SUSTANTIVO
C1
3
virtuozitás
C1
Patrón de uso:
[adjective] athleticism (e.g., mental/verbal) in [something]
The lawyer’s verbal athleticism impressed the jury.
Az ügyvéd verbális virtuozitása lenyűgözte az esküdtszéket.
The novel is full of intellectual athleticism but can feel exhausting.
A regény tele van intellektuális virtuozitással, de időnként fárasztó lehet.
In interviews, she shows mental athleticism and quick humor.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He showed verbal athleticism in the debate.
A vitában verbális virtuozitást mutatott.
Error frecuente:
This is metaphorical; avoid it in formal writing unless the comparison is clearly intended.
Significado
impressive skill in an activity
Colocaciones
mental athleticism
|verbal athleticism
|intellectual athleticism
|comic athleticism
|rhetorical athleticism
|a show of verbal athleticism
|athleticism with words
|athleticism in debate
|athleticism in improvisation
|analytic athleticism
Sinónimos
nimbleness (more general; can be mental or physical.)
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dexterity (often about skillful handling; can be literal or figurative.)
Antónimos
slowness (lack of speed or quick response in the relevant skill.)
Temas
communication
|work
|education
Definición
very skillful and fast in thinking or using language (figurative)
impressive speed, flexibility, or control in a non-physical activity, spoken of by comparison to an athlete’s abilities
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
athleticism
AFI
GB/æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
US/æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
Sílabas y acento
ath - leti - cism (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (leti)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: athleticism
- Plural: athleticisms
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
a display of athleticism
1/ə dɪsplˈeɪ əv æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
showing impressive physical skill
a moment when someone shows strong sport skills
Ejemplos
- The dunk was a display of athleticism that brought the crowd to its feet.
- Her recovery run was an incredible display of athleticism.
- The routine ended with a display of athleticism and balance.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- It was a display of athleticism.
all-around athleticism
1/ˈɔl ɚˈaʊnd æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
balanced overall physical abilities
being good at many physical skills, not just one
Ejemplos
- What sets her apart is her all-around athleticism.
- The position requires all-around athleticism, not just speed.
- His all-around athleticism makes him valuable in different roles.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- She has all-around athleticism.
pure athleticism
1/pjˈʊɹ æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
relying mainly on physical ability
winning mainly because you are strong and fast
Ejemplos
- They couldn’t match her technique, so they tried to win through pure athleticism.
- At that level, pure athleticism isn’t enough; you need discipline and tactics.
- The highlight reel is mostly pure athleticism and speed.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- He won through pure athleticism.
raw athleticism
1/ɹˈɑ æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
natural ability, not polished
natural sport ability, but not trained well yet
Ejemplos
- He’s still learning the game, but his raw athleticism is obvious.
- The coach can teach technique; raw athleticism is harder to find.
- Draft reports praised her raw athleticism and speed.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- She has raw athleticism.
sheer athleticism
1/ʃˈɪɹ æθlˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
extremely impressive physical ability
very impressive physical ability
Ejemplos
- Through sheer athleticism, he managed to reach the ball.
- The play was saved by sheer athleticism and a bit of luck.
- Fans gasped at the sheer athleticism of the catch.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- It was sheer athleticism.