Pronunciation

/sportsmən/

Definitions

Noun

A sportsman is a noun referring to an individual who participates in sports, typically with a focus on sportsmanship, fair play, and adherence to the rules. It can also denote a person known for their skill, dedication, or enthusiasm in a particular athletic activity.

Verb

The term “sportsman” can be used as a verb in a less common sense, to describe the act of exhibiting sportsmanship or behaving in a dignified and courteous manner while participating in sports.

Phrases

• “Displaying sportsmanship”
• “Being a true sportsman”
• “Sportsmanlike conduct”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He was a true sportsman, always congratulating his opponents even when he lost.”
• Verbal use (less common): “He showed great sportsmanship by helping a competitor who had fallen during the race.”

Synonyms

• Athlete
• Player
• Sports enthusiast
• Gentleman athlete
• Sports participant

Note: The verb form “sportsman” is not commonly used as a verb in everyday conversation, and it’s mostly associated with the noun meaning. If you want to refer to the act of exhibiting sportsmanship as a verb, you might use “display sportsmanship” or “be a sportsman.”