French word

golf

Pronunciation

IPA/gɔlf/

Meaning

  • masculine noungolf

Example

Elle apprend le golf depuis un an.

She has been learning to play golf for a year.

Illustration for golf (golf)

More examples

Il joue au golf tous les samedis.

He plays golf every Saturday.

Core concept

A golfer repeatedly sends a small ball from a tee toward a distant hole, choosing clubs to complete each hole with few strokes.

Common phrases

  • jouer au golf

    play golf

  • parcours de golf

    golf course

  • bâton de golf

    golf club

Similar words

sport: A physical activity pursued for competition or enjoyment.
loisir: A pastime or activity enjoyed outside work or study.
club: An organization for people with a shared interest or purpose.
terrain: A place or area used for sports or recreation.

Definition in French

Activité sportive pratiquée sur un parcours extérieur où l'on doit envoyer une balle dans des trous à l'aide de clubs, en cherchant à minimiser le nombre de coups.

Word origin

The French noun golf was borrowed from English, which took it from Scots golf or gowf, probably related to Middle Dutch kolf, meaning 'club'.

Usage tips

  • French normally uses jouer au golf, with the preposition au rather than a direct object after jouer.

Related words

  • golfeurgolfernoun
  • golfeusefemale golfernoun

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