Meaning of the word somersault in English

What does somersault mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

somersault

US /ˈsʌm.ɚ.sɑːlt/

UK /ˈsʌm.ə.sɔːlt/

an acrobatic movement in which a person turns head over heels in the air or on the ground, landing on their feet.

Example:

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The gymnast performed a perfect somersault.

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He did a forward somersault on the trampoline.

Synonym:

flip tumble roll

to perform a somersault

Example:

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The child tried to somersault on the grass.

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He can somersault forwards and backwards.

Synonym:

flip tumble roll