Basketball is a dynamic team sport focused on shooting a ball into a hoop.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A popular team sport played with a ball and hoop.
- Commonly played for exercise and professional competition.
- The term refers to both the game and the ball.
Overview
- 1概述：篮球（Basketball）是一项团队运动，通常由两队各五名队员在长方形场地上进行。球员通过运球、传球和投篮来得分，目的是将球投入对方的篮筐中。篮球不仅是竞技体育，也是一种极佳的社交和健身方式。
- 1用法模式：作为名词，篮球常与动词搭配使用，例如“打篮球”（play basketball）、“投篮球”（shoot a basketball）。它既可以指代这项运动本身，也可以指代用于比赛的那个球体本身。
Examples
我每个周末都去打篮球。
everydayI go play basketball every weekend.
篮球是一项非常受欢迎的体育运动。
formalBasketball is a very popular sport.
嘿，要不要一起去打球？
informalHey, want to go play ball?
篮球运动对青少年的身体发育有很大帮助。
academicBasketball is very helpful for the physical development of teenagers.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
打一场球
Play a game of basketball
篮球明星
Basketball star
Often Confused With
Football (soccer) is played with feet, while basketball is played with hands. The verbs used are '踢' and '打' respectively.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '篮球' is neutral and used in all registers. When referring to the activity, always use the verb '打'. In casual settings, people often shorten '打篮球' to just '打球'.
Common Mistakes
Beginners often use '踢' instead of '打' because they associate ball games with kicking. Also, some learners might omit the verb, saying '我篮球' instead of '我打篮球'.
Tips
Use the correct verb '打'
Always use the verb '打' (dǎ) when talking about playing basketball. Do not use '玩' (wán) as it sounds less natural for organized sports.
Don't confuse with foot-based sports
Remember that basketball is played with hands, so '打' is the appropriate verb. Avoid '踢' which is strictly for soccer.
Basketball culture in China
Basketball is immensely popular in China, largely influenced by the NBA. Most universities and residential areas have public basketball courts.
Word Origin
The term is a direct translation of 'basket' (篮) and 'ball' (球). It reflects the early history of the sport where peach baskets were used as hoops.
Cultural Context
Basketball is the most popular sport in China among youth. It serves as a major social connector in schools and urban communities.
Memory Tip
Imagine yourself 'hitting' (打) the ball with your hand towards the hoop. That's why it's '打' basketball.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“打”在中文里常用于手部参与的球类运动，而“踢”专门用于脚部参与的足球。这是中文动词搭配习惯的不同。
可以，通常使用量词“个”，例如“一个篮球”。
通常直接称呼为“篮球”，但在非正式场合有时会被简称为“球”。
可以说“他是一个篮球迷”或者“他很爱打篮球”。
Test Yourself
周末我们一起去___篮球吧。
篮球运动使用手部，中文习惯搭配动词“打”。
我买了一个___。
篮球通常使用通用量词“个”。
篮球 / 我 / 喜欢 / 打
标准的主谓宾结构，“打篮球”作为动宾短语。
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Summary
Basketball is a dynamic team sport focused on shooting a ball into a hoop.
- A popular team sport played with a ball and hoop.
- Commonly played for exercise and professional competition.
- The term refers to both the game and the ball.
Use the correct verb '打'
Always use the verb '打' (dǎ) when talking about playing basketball. Do not use '玩' (wán) as it sounds less natural for organized sports.
Don't confuse with foot-based sports
Remember that basketball is played with hands, so '打' is the appropriate verb. Avoid '踢' which is strictly for soccer.
Basketball culture in China
Basketball is immensely popular in China, largely influenced by the NBA. Most universities and residential areas have public basketball courts.
Examples
4 of 4我每个周末都去打篮球。
I go play basketball every weekend.
篮球是一项非常受欢迎的体育运动。
Basketball is a very popular sport.
嘿，要不要一起去打球？
Hey, want to go play ball?
篮球运动对青少年的身体发育有很大帮助。
Basketball is very helpful for the physical development of teenagers.
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