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sportsmanship

[/ˈspɔːrtsmənʃɪp/]
noun
espírito desportivo
1. Fair, generous, and gracious behavior or conduct, especially in sports and competition
The athlete displayed excellent sportsmanship by congratulating the winner.
O atleta demonstrou excelente espírito desportivo ao felicitar o vencedor.
2. The quality of being a good sport; accepting defeat or victory with grace
True sportsmanship means winning and losing with dignity.
O verdadeiro espírito desportivo significa ganhar e perder com dignidade.
Synonyms
fair playintegrityhonestygracedecencygood conduct
Antonyms
cheatingunsportsmanlike conductpoor sportdishonestyunfairness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espírito desportivo
Most common usage across Brazil
Brazil
fair play
Often used in modern contexts
Portugal
espírito desportivo
Standard term used in Portuguese sports contexts
Portugal
cavalheirismo
Alternative term emphasizing chivalry and honor

Related Idioms & Phrases

be a good sport
play fair
play by the rules
shake hands after the game
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