Pronunciation of 'スポーツ'
The word 'スポーツ' (supōtsu) originates from Japanese and is derived from the English word 'sports.' It refers to physical activities or games, often competitive, that involve physical exertion and skill.
Word Origin
Japanese, derived from the English word 'sports.'
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Refers to physical activities or games involving skill and physical exertion, often competitive.
Pronounced as ‘soo-POH-tsu’, with stress on the second syllable. ‘Su’ as in ‘sue’, ‘po’ as in ‘po’, and ‘tsu’ as in ‘tsunami’.
日本語
身体を使った競技や運動、遊びを指す言葉。英語の'sports'から由来。
「スポーツ」は「su-po-tsu」と発音します。「ス」は「su」、「ポ」は「po」、「ツ」は「tsu」とそれぞれはっきり発音します。