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Solutions - Elementary - Unit 8 - 8A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8A in the Solutions Elementary coursebook, such as "athletic", "badminton", "cycling", etc.

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Solutions - Elementary
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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aerobics
aerobics
[noun]

a type of exercise that is designed to make one's lungs and heart stronger, often performed with music

Ex: The instructor led a session of high-energy aerobics, including jumping jacks and step exercises. 
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athletic
athletic
[Adjective]

related to athletes or their career

Ex: The athletic competition drew athletes from across the country to compete in various events. 
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badminton
badminton
[noun]

a sport played by two or four players who hit a lightweight object called a shuttle back and forth over a tall net using rackets

Ex: Badminton is a fast-paced sport that requires quick reflexes. 
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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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climbing
climbing
[noun]

the activity or sport of going upwards toward the top of a mountain or rock

Ex: Climbing requires both strength and technique. 
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cycling
cycling
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: She enjoys cycling through the park every morning to stay fit and clear her mind. 
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dancing
dancing
[noun]

‌the act of moving our body to music; a set of movements performed to music

Ex: The dancing was so energetic that everyone joined in. 
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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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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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gymnastics

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

Ex: She has been practicing gymnastics since she was a child and has competed in several national championships. 
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handball
handball
[noun]

an indoor game for two teams of players each trying to throw a ball with their hands to the opponent's goal

Ex: Playing handball competitively demands both physical stamina and strategic thinking on the court. 
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ice hockey

a game played on ice by two teams of 6 skaters who try to hit a hard rubber disc (a puck) into the other team’s goal, using long sticks

Ex: He loves watching ice hockey games during the winter season. 
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ice skating

the sport or activity of moving on ice with ice skates

Ex: She enjoys ice skating as a way to stay active and have fun during the winter months. 
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judo
judo
[noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: Judo is known for its emphasis on technique rather than strength. 
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karate
karate
[noun]

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Ex: Karate helps build physical strength and mental discipline. 
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roller skating

the sport or activity of moving around quickly on skates

Ex: She enjoys roller skating at the park on weekends. 
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skiing
skiing
[noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: He took up skiing as a hobby and now spends every weekend on the mountain. 
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surfing
surfing
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a surfboard to move on waves

Ex: He enjoys surfing and spends most of his free time riding waves at the beach. 
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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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table tennis

a game played on a table by two or four players who bounce a small ball on the table over a net using special rackets

Ex: During our office break, we often play table tennis. 
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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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yoga
yoga
[noun]

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

Ex: Doing yoga by the beach is very peaceful. 
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volleyball

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

Ex: She enjoys the teamwork and strategy involved in playing volleyball. 
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