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Vocabulario Avanzado para el TOEFL - Deportes

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre deportes, como "croquet", "javelin", "division", etc. que se necesitan para el examen TOEFL.

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croquet
croquet
[Sustantivo]

a game that is played on grass and involves a series of hoops through which the players must roll wooden balls using hammer-like sticks called mallets

croquet

croquet

Ex: She enjoys playing croquet with her friends on sunny weekends. 

A ella le gusta jugar al croquet con sus amigos los fines de semana soleados.

wrestling
wrestling
[Sustantivo]

a sport in which two players hold each other while trying to throw or force the other one to the ground

lucha libre

lucha libre

rappelling
rappelling
[Sustantivo]

the activity or sport of descending a cliff using rope that is coiled around the body

rápel

rápel

decathlon
decathlon
[Sustantivo]

a competition consisting of ten different sports that takes place over two days

decatlón

decatlón

Ex: She won the gold medal in the decathlon at the Olympic Games, earning recognition as the world's greatest all-around athlete. 

Ella ganó la medalla de oro en el decatlón en los Juegos Olímpicos, obteniendo reconocimiento como la mejor atleta completa del mundo.

grand slam
grand slam
[Sustantivo]

a major championship or series of victories in sports, typically tennis, golf, or baseball

gran slam

gran slam

Ex: The athlete's grand slam was the highlight of his career. 

El grand slam del atleta fue el punto culminante de su carrera.

Grand Prix
Grand Prix
[Sustantivo]

one of a series of international motorcycle or car racing competitions

Gran Premio

Gran Premio

Ex: The Indianapolis 500 is considered the premier event in American open-wheel racing, attracting top drivers from around the world to compete in the iconic oval race. 

El Indianapolis 500 está considerado como el evento principal de las carreras de ruedas descubiertas en Estados Unidos, atrayendo a los mejores pilotos de todo el mundo para competir en la icónica carrera ovalada.

lacrosse
lacrosse
[Sustantivo]

a game played on a field with two teams, each consisting of ten players using long-handled sticks with a net to throw, carry, and catch the ball

lacrosse

lacrosse

Ex: Lacrosse is often referred to as "the fastest game on two feet" due to the rapid pace of play and the agility required to maneuver the ball past opponents. 

El lacrosse a menudo se denomina "el juego más rápido sobre dos pies" debido al ritmo rápido del juego y la agilidad necesaria para maniobrar el balón más allá de los oponentes.

welterweight
welterweight
[Sustantivo]

a weight category between lightweight and middleweight in professional boxing and similar sports, typically 63–67 kg or 139–147 lb

peso wélter

peso wélter

Ex: Welterweight matches are known for a balance of speed and power. 

Los combates de peso welter son conocidos por un equilibrio entre velocidad y potencia.

discus
discus
[Sustantivo]

the sport or competition in which a discus is thrown as far as possible

lanzamiento de disco

lanzamiento de disco

javelin
javelin
[Sustantivo]

a sport or competition in which a light spear is thrown as far as possible

lanzamiento de jabalina

lanzamiento de jabalina

regatta
regatta
[Sustantivo]

a sporting event consisting of a series of races between rowboats or sailing boats

regata

regata

Ex: The regatta featured a variety of races, including single sculls, double sculls, and team rowing events, providing excitement for both participants and spectators. 

La regata presentó una variedad de carreras, incluyendo skiffs individuales, skiffs dobles y eventos de remo en equipo, proporcionando emoción tanto para los participantes como para los espectadores.

softball
softball
[Sustantivo]

a game similar to baseball but on a smaller field in which players use a larger and softer ball

sóftbol

sóftbol

steeplechase
steeplechase
[Sustantivo]

an athletic race, usually 3000 meters, run on a track with barriers and water jumps

carrera de obstáculos

carrera de obstáculos

Ex: He set a personal best in the steeplechase last weekend. 

Estableció un récord personal en el steeplechase el fin de semana pasado.

major league
major league
[Sustantivo]

a league of the highest-ranking in a particular sport, especially baseball

liga mayor

liga mayor

Ex: The team made it to the major league after years of hard work and dedication. 

El equipo llegó a la liga mayor después de años de trabajo duro y dedicación.

triathlon
triathlon
[Sustantivo]

a sporting contest typically consisting of swimming, cycling, and running taking place in three different events

triatlón

triatlón

Tour de France
Tour de France
[Sustantivo]

a cycling race consisting of 21 stages held annually for men primarily in France

Tour de France

Tour de France

Ex: The riders in the Tour de France often push their bodies to the limit during the competition. 

Los ciclistas del Tour de Francia a menudo llevan sus cuerpos al límite durante la competencia.

debutant
debutant
[Sustantivo]

a man who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

debutante

debutante

novice
novice
[Sustantivo]

a person who is new and inexperienced in a position

novato

novato

underdog
underdog
[Sustantivo]

an individual, team, etc. who is regarded as weaker compared to others and has little chance of success as a result

desvalido

desvalido

Ex: The underdog candidate won the election against all odds. 

El candidato desfavorecido ganó las elecciones contra todo pronóstico.

division
division
[Sustantivo]

a league or category ranked according to quality, ability, or performance

división

división

Ex: The chess tournament is divided into junior and senior divisions. 

El torneo de ajedrez se divide en divisiones junior y senior.

gridiron
gridiron
[Sustantivo]

a field painted with parallel lines in which American football is played

campo de fútbol americano

campo de fútbol americano

Ex: He surveyed the gridiron from the sidelines, strategizing with his coaching staff on the best plays to outmaneuver the opposing team. 

Observó el campo de fútbol americano desde las líneas laterales, planeando estrategias con su equipo de entrenadores sobre las mejores jugadas para superar al equipo contrario.

dribble
dribble
[Sustantivo]

the controlled advancement of a ball by a player using repeated slight touches, kicks, or pushes to keep possession and move past opponents

dribbling, regate

dribbling, regate

Ex: The coach told him to protect the ball on the dribble and wait for support. 

El entrenador le dijo que protegiera el balón en el regate y esperara el apoyo.

fumble
fumble
[Sustantivo]

an act of dropping or failing to catch the ball properly

fumble

fumble

Ex: Despite a great performance, the running back's fumble in the fourth quarter overshadowed his earlier success. 

A pesar de un gran desempeño, el fumble del corredor en el cuarto cuarto opacó su éxito anterior.

matchup
matchup
[Sustantivo]

a sports event with two players or teams competing against one another

emparejamiento

emparejamiento

Ex: The coaches are analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the upcoming matchup. 

Los entrenadores están analizando las fortalezas y debilidades del próximo encuentro.

pennant
pennant
[Sustantivo]

an award, typically a flag or banner, presented to the champion of a professional baseball league

banderín

banderín

Ex: The winning club received a pennant for their victory. 

El club ganador recibió un banderín por su victoria.

podium
podium
[Sustantivo]

a structure used in sports competitions consisting of three adjacent platforms of different levels, on which winners stand to receive their awards

podio

podio

Ex: During the conference, each presenter had a designated time slot to speak from the podium. 

Durante la conferencia, cada presentador tuvo un horario designado para hablar desde el pódium.

rappel
rappel
[Sustantivo]

the act of descending a cliff using rope that is coiled around the body

rappel

rappel

Ex: The rescue team executed a precise rappel to reach the stranded hikers, showcasing their expertise in navigating difficult terrain. 

El equipo de rescate ejecutó un rápel preciso para llegar a los excursionistas varados, mostrando su experiencia en navegar por terrenos difíciles.

interval training
interval training
[Sustantivo]

athletic training that consists of activities with alternating periods of high and low-intensity activity

entrenamiento intermitente

entrenamiento intermitente

to foul
to foul
[Verbo]

to play against the rules of a game

cometer una falta contra

cometer una falta contra

Ex: The referee penalized him for fouling the goalkeeper during the header attempt. 

El árbitro lo penalizó por cometer una falta al portero durante el intento de cabezazo.

to dope
to dope
[Verbo]

to take drugs or substances intended to enhance athletic performance

doparse

doparse

Ex: He was caught trying to dope with performance-enhancing steroids. 

Fue sorprendido intentando doparse con esteroides que mejoran el rendimiento.

to knock out

to make someone or something unconscious

noquear, dejar inconsciente

noquear, dejar inconsciente

Ex: The tranquilizer dart, expertly aimed, successfully knocked out the agitated elephant for a safe veterinary examination. 

El dardo tranquilizante, hábilmente dirigido, logró noquear al elefante agitado para un examen veterinario seguro.

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