sparring
intermediateB1/ˈspɑːrɪŋ/ · spar-ring
a practice fight between two athletes, especially in boxing or martial arts.
Meanings
a practice fight between two athletes, especially in boxing or martial arts.
دو کھلاڑیوں کے درمیان ایک مشق کی لڑائی، خاص طور پر باکسنگ یا مارشل آرٹس میں.
مشق لڑائی
mashq ladai
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Common Collocations
- sparring session
- sparring partner
- light sparring
Example Sentences
The boxer engaged in sparring to improve his skills.
باکسر نے اپنی مہارت کو بہتر بنانے کے لیے مشق لڑائی میں حصہ لیا.
Boxer ne apni maharat ko behtar banane ke liye mashq ladai mein hissa liya.
Sparring is essential for developing reflexes in martial arts.
مارشل آرٹس میں ردعمل کو بہتر بنانے کے لیے مشق لڑائی لازمی ہے.
Martial arts mein rad-e-amal ko behtar banane ke liye mashq ladai laazmi hai.
They arranged a sparring match at the gym last night.
انہوں نے کل رات جیم میں ایک مشق لڑائی کا میچ ترتیب دیا.
Unhoon ne kal raat gym mein ek mashq ladai ka match tarteeb diya.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'sparring' as 'sparing' partners for practice.
Imagine two boxers gently practicing punches in a ring.
📖 Etymology
Origin: English "spar" — to engage in a practice fight or a friendly argument
First known use: 19th century
The term 'spar' comes from the late 19th century, relating to a light fighting or practice duel in boxing or martial arts. The suffix '-ing' indicates the action in progress.