golf club

[/ɡɑːlf klʌb/]
nounmasculinepl: golf clubs / clubes de golfe
clube de golfe
1. A sports facility or organization where people play golf
He is a member of the local golf club.
Ele é membro do clube de golfe local.
2. The equipment/stick used to strike a golf ball in the game of golf
She selected a 7-iron golf club for her next shot.
Ela selecionou um taco de golfe número 7 para o próximo golpe.
Golf clubs as exclusive social institutions are more prominent in the United States and Europe. In Brazil, golf is less widespread but growing among wealthy segments. The term 'clube de golfe' often implies membership exclusivity and social status. In Portugal and parts of Europe, golf clubs are more established and integrated into the sporting culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
country clubgolf associationgolfing facility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
clube de golfe
Most common term in Brazil for the facility; 'taco de golfe' for the equipment
Rio de Janeiro
clube de golfe
Standard usage, often abbreviated as 'clube' among members
São Paulo
clube de golfe
More established golf culture; 'taco' commonly used for equipment
Portugal
clube de golfe
European Portuguese uses 'taco de golfe' for the club/stick

Related Words

golf coursegolferfairwaygreenteegolf ballhandicapcaddy

Related Idioms & Phrases

join a golf club
18 holes at the golf club
golf club championship
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