Meaning of the word kabaddi in English
What does kabaddi mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
kabaddi
US /ˈkʌb.ə.di/
UK /ˈkʌb.ə.di/
Noun
a team sport, played between two teams of seven players each, where the objective is for a single player, known as a 'raider', to run into the opposing team's half of a court, touch out as many of their defenders as possible, and return to their own half of the court, all while holding their breath and chanting 'kabaddi, kabaddi, kabaddi' without breaking the chant.
Example:
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The crowd cheered as the raider scored a point in the kabaddi match.
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Kabaddi is a popular sport in South Asia.