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English File - Intermediate - Lesson 5A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 5A in the English File Intermediate coursebook, such as "referee", "spectator", "crowd", etc.

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English File - Intermediate
sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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coach
coach
[noun]

someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: As a dedicated fitness coach, he helped people achieve their health goals. 
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fan
fan
[noun]

someone who greatly admires or is interested in someone or something

Ex: As a fan of history, he enjoys reading about different time periods. 
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player
player
[noun]

someone who engages in a type of game or sport, either as their job or hobby

Ex: Each player in cricket has a unique position in the field. 
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referee
referee
[noun]

an official who is in charge of a game, making sure the rules are obeyed by the players

Ex: The referee blew the whistle to signal the end of the match, much to the relief of the exhausted players. 
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umpire
umpire
[noun]

an official who is in charge of a game and makes sure players obey the rules in sports such as tennis, baseball, and cricket

Ex: The umpire called the runner out at home plate after a close tag. 
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spectator
spectator
[noun]

a person who watches sport competitions closely

Ex: The enthusiastic spectator cheered loudly as her favorite team scored the winning goal in the final minutes of the match. 
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crowd
crowd
[noun]

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

Ex: The crowd erupted in cheers as the home team scored the first goal of the match. 
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sports hall

a large indoor facility designed for sports and physical activities

Ex: The local community center recently renovated its sports hall, adding new flooring and improved lighting for better visibility during games. 
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stadium
stadium
[noun]

a very large, often roofless, structure where sports events, etc. are held for an audience

Ex: The new stadium was packed with fans, all eagerly awaiting the kickoff of the championship football game. 
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: The basketball team practiced diligently to enhance their coordination and strategy. 
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tennis
tennis
[noun]

a sport in which two or four players use rackets to hit a small ball backward and forward over a net

Ex: He dreams of becoming a professional tennis player one day. 
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basketball

a type of sport where two teams, with often five players each, try to throw a ball through a net that is hanging from a ring and gain points

Ex: He enjoys playing basketball with his friends at the local park on weekends. 
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football
football
[noun]

a sport played with a round ball between two teams of eleven players each, aiming to score goals by kicking the ball into the opponent's goalpost

Ex: Football is played with a round ball that players kick to score goals. 
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hockey
hockey
[noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players on grass or a field, using long sticks to put a hard ball in the opposite team's goal

Ex: The excitement was palpable as the two teams took to the field for the championship hockey match, each determined to claim victory. 
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swimming
swimming
[noun]

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

Ex: He learned how to do the front crawl stroke in swimming lessons. 
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diving
diving
[noun]

‌the activity or sport of jumping into water from a diving board, with the head and arms first

Ex: Diving is one of the most-watched sports in the Olympics. 
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athletics
athletics
[noun]

the sport of competing in track and field events, including running races and various competitions in jumping and throwing

Ex: She trained all winter to qualify for the national athletics championships in the 400‑meter dash. 
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motorcycling

the act of riding a motorcycle, particularly as a sport or hobby

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golf
golf
[noun]

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Ex: Golf is often considered a relaxing sport. 
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to ski
to ski
[Verb]

to move on snow on two sliding bars that are worn on the feet

Ex: Winter enthusiasts often ski down slopes to enjoy the snowy landscapes. 
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tennis court

an area shaped like a rectangle that is made for playing tennis

Ex: The local community center recently renovated its tennis court, adding new surfaces and lighting to accommodate evening matches. 
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swimming pool

a specially designed structure that holds water for people to swim in

Ex: The hotel had a large swimming pool where guests could relax and swim. 
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motorcycling circuit

a track used for motorcycle races

Ex: The annual race on the motorcycling circuit attracted thousands of fans eager to see their favorite riders compete for the championship title. 
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golf course

a place where people go to play golf

Ex: The picturesque golf course was surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful water features, making it a popular destination for both amateur and professional golfers. 
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ski slope
ski slope
[noun]

the area on a mountain or hill where people are allowed to ski

Ex: The ski slope was bustling with activity as families and friends enjoyed a day of skiing and snowboarding in the fresh powder. 
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athletics pitch

an outdoor area that is specifically designed for people to play sports and engage in physical activities

Ex: The local athletics pitch was recently renovated, featuring a new track and field layout that attracted athletes from all over the region. 
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to beat
to beat
[Verb]

to get more points, votes, etc. than the other side, in a game, race, competition, etc. and win

Ex: The soccer team managed to beat their opponents with a last-minute goal. 
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to win
to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: Our team won the championship after a hard-fought season. 
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to lose
to lose
[Verb]

to not win in a race, fight, game, etc.

Ex: They lost the boxing match in the final round. 
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to draw
to draw
[Verb]

to cause something to move toward oneself or in a particular direction by pulling it

Ex: He used a rope to draw the heavy box closer to him. 
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to warm up

to prepare one's body for exercising or playing sports with gentle stretches and exercises

Ex: The athletes spent time warming up, ensuring their bodies were ready for the competition. 
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to work out

to exercise in order to get healthier or stronger

Ex: I work out with a friend to make the exercise routine more enjoyable. 
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to send off

(of a referee in a sports competition) to order a player to no longer participate in the game due to a violation of the rules

Ex: The referee sent the unruly player off the field after a dangerous foul. 
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to knock out

to defeat someone or a group decisively in a competition

Ex: The underdog team managed to knock out the reigning champions in the tournament. 
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