スポーツマン

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Common wordFreq.FrequencyTop 50,000

Meanings

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noun

sportsman

A person who participates in sports, often with a connotation of fair play and good sportsmanship. Used for both professional and amateur athletes.

選せん手しゅ
選手 is a more general term for 'player' or 'athlete' in a competitive context, while スポーツマン often emphasizes sportsmanship and character.
アスリート
アスリート is a broader term for 'athlete' focusing on physical ability and training, whereas スポーツマン carries a nuance of fair play and gentlemanly conduct.

Loanword from English 'sportsman'.