Pronunciation

/bæsbɔːl/

Definitions

Noun

篮球: A large, round, inflated ball used in the sport of basketball, typically played by two teams of five players each on a court with the aim of scoring points by shooting the ball through a hoop.

Verb

play basketball: To participate in the game of basketball, either professionally or recreationally.

watch basketball: To observe and follow the progress of a basketball game.

play basketball competitively: To engage in organized basketball matches, often at a high level.

attend a basketball game: To go to a venue to watch a live basketball match.

be a basketball fan: To have a strong interest and enjoyment in the sport of basketball.

Phrases

• “Shoot a basketball”
• “Dribble the basketball”
• “Basketball skills”
• “Basketball teamwork”
• “Three-point shot”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Basketball is a popular sport around the world.”
• Verb: “He spends every Saturday playing basketball with his friends.”
• Observation: “The crowd was mesmerized as they watched the basketball players perform acrobatic moves.”
• Fan: “She’s been a basketball fan since she was a child, attending games regularly.”
• Strategy: “Their team’s success relies on their excellent basketball strategy.”

Synonyms

• Hoops
• Ballgame
• Court sport
• B-Ball
• Roundball

Antonyms

• Volleyball
• Soccer
• Chess (a different type of ball game)