championship - Master This Word
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championship Word Meanings
- a competition to determine the best in a field
- the title or honor won in such a competition
- an event where teams or individuals compete for a title
championship Example Sentences
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championship Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈtʃæmpɪənʃɪp/
US
/ˈtʃæmpjənʃɪp/
championship Word Etymology
championship = champion + -ship (state, condition). Origin: Middle English from Old French 'champion' from Latin 'campionem' (fighter) + -ship indicating the state of being a champion. Memory: Imagine a victorious athlete holding a trophy high above their head, symbolizing the triumph of their skills.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I square my shoulders and push off, my feet move across the court as the crowd swells. I shift my weight, adjust my breath, and keep my eyes on the line where the best are decided. When the last point lands and we lift the banner, I hold the trophy like a dream in my hands and feel the championship heat rise in the air. That moment says to me that all the work was real, a promise to keep showing up.
Real Context
Championship is a noun that names either the highest level of competition or the title awarded to the winner. It can refer to a specific event, such as the World Championship, or to the status of being a champion in a given field. People also use it metaphorically to mean any contest where the goal is to earn a title, not just a sports league. learners should note that championship can describe both the competition itself and the prize or honor that comes with winning, and it is distinct from the person who wins, i. e., the champion.
Usage Reminders
- Remember: the championship can mean the event or the title, not a person. Use 'the championship' for the competition and 'the champion' for the winner. Common phrases include World Championship and national championship. Use 'win the championship' rather than 'win the championship game' when referring to the title. Non-sport contexts exist, e. g., a spelling championship. Watch for definite/indefinite articles.
Common Misconceptions
- Championship = champion (the person)
- It always means the final game, not the whole event
- The term refers only to sports, not other fields
- Confusing 'a championship' with 'the championship game'
- Directly translating to another language without considering local usage
Thinking Differences
For English learners, remember that championship can denote the event or the title, not a person. The phrase 'the championship' often refers to the competition as a whole or the title won, while 'the champion' names the winner.
Learning Tips
- Learn the difference between event (the championship) and title (the championship) vs the winner (the champion)
- Pair with common nouns like World Championship, national championship
- Practice phrases: win the championship, defend the championship, compete for the championship
- Distinguish between 'the championship game' (the final) and 'the championship' (the title or event)
- Use non-sport contexts: academic championships, spelling championships
- Check articles: 'a championship' vs 'the championship'
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What does the word 'championship' mean?
A.Communication
B.Celebration
C.Collaboration
D.Competition
Step 2: Usage
How is the word 'championship' used in a sentence?
A.He won the championship
B.She danced at the championship
C.They ate at the championship
D.I slept through the championship
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is similar to 'championship'?
A.Failure
B.Peace
C.Tournament
D.Rainbow
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'championship'?
A.Defeat
B.Victory
C.Success
D.Journey
Step 5: Mastery
In what context might you hear the word 'championship'?
A.Library book club
B.Birthday party
C.School assembly
D.Sports event
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