Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ginasta

Noun
/dʒɪˈnɑːstə/
Definition
A gymnast, specifically someone who practices gymnastics.
Examples
  • O ginasta impressionou todos com suas habilidades incríveis. (The gymnast impressed everyone with his incredible skills.)
  • A ginasta ganhou a medalha de ouro nas Olimpíadas. (The gymnast won the gold medal at the Olympics.)
Meaning
The term ‘ginasta’ refers to an individual trained in gymnastics, a sport that involves exercises on different apparatuses and routines that showcase strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
Synonyms
  • atleta (athlete)
  • acrobat (acrobat)
  • artista da ginástica (gymnastics artist)