sumo
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Noun — A Japanese style of wrestling in which two large wrestlers try to force each other out of a ring or make them touch the ground.
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from Japanese sumō.
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What does “sumo” mean?
The word “sumo” means a Japanese style of wrestling in which two large wrestlers try to force each other out of a ring or make them touch the ground. In plain terms, the traditional Japanese wrestling sport with its famously large athletes.
How do you pronounce “sumo”?
“Sumo” is pronounced SOO-moh (/ˈsuːməʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sumo” in a sentence?
Here is “sumo” used in a sentence: “Sumo tournaments in Tokyo draw huge crowds every year.”
What part of speech is “sumo”?
“Sumo” is a noun.
Where does the word “sumo” come from?
The word “sumo” comes from Japanese. Borrowed directly from Japanese sumō.