archery

[ˈɑːr.tʃə.ri]
noun
tiro com arco
1. the sport or skill of shooting arrows at a target using a bow
She has been practicing archery since she was a child.
Ela pratica tiro com arco desde criança.
2. the equipment, techniques, or art of using a bow and arrow
Archery requires precision, focus, and steady hands.
O tiro com arco exige precisão, concentração e mãos firmes.
3. a competitive sport governed by international rules and standards
Archery was included in the Olympic Games.
O tiro com arco foi incluído nos Jogos Olímpicos.
Archery is an Olympic sport with growing popularity in Brazil, particularly after the country's success in international competitions. In the USA, archery is both a competitive sport and a recreational activity, with significant participation in hunting and sport shooting communities. The sport has historical significance in both cultures and is often associated with precision, discipline, and athletic excellence.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bowmanshiptarget shootingarrow shooting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tiro com arco
most common and official term used in sports contexts
Rio de Janeiro
tiro com arco
standard usage, same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
tiro com arco
standard usage, same as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
tiro com arco
identical to Brazilian Portuguese; also sometimes called 'arquearia' in historical contexts

Related Words

arrowbowtargetquiverarcherbullseye

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the bullseye in archery
draw the bow
loose an arrow
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