Spanish word

deportiva

Pronunciation

IPA/depoɾˈtiβa/

Meaning

  • adjectivesports

Example

Necesito zapatillas deportivas para correr.

I need sports shoes for running.

Illustration for deportiva (sports)

More examples

La chaqueta deportiva me protege del viento.

The sports jacket protects me from the wind.

Core concept

Sportswear and equipment.

Common phrases

  • zapatillas deportivas

    sports shoes

  • ropa deportiva

    sportswear

  • chaqueta deportiva

    sports jacket

Similar words

deportivo: Apparel and equipment associated with athletic practice and competition.
cómodo: Garments and shoes prioritizing comfort and freedom of movement.
práctico: Items and clothes built for usefulness in simple, daily tasks.
informal: Relaxed clothing appropriate for casual, everyday situations.

Definition in Spanish

Que describe prendas, calzado o elementos diseñados para el uso en la práctica deportiva o en actividades físicas.

Word origin

Derived from the noun deporte plus the adjectival suffix -ivo, with deporte ultimately from Old French desport 'pastime' and related to Latin disportare 'to amuse'.

Usage tips

  • The adjective usually follows the noun in Spanish, for example 'zapatillas deportivas' rather than 'deportivas zapatillas'.

Other meanings

  • sportyadjective
  • athleticadjective

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