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атле́т — meaning in English

atlet

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English meaning

athlete noun A person who competes in sports, especially one who trains and performs at a high level.
sportsman noun A man who takes part in sports, especially as an athlete.

Senses

атле́т is used for these senses in English:

athlete (US, Canada) A person who actively participates in physical sports, especially with great skill; a sportsperson.
sportsman (UK) A man who engages in sports; an athlete.

sportsman — full definition

noun A man who takes part in sports, especially as an athlete.
noun A man who takes part in country pursuits such as hunting or fishing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Russian words

легкоатле́т легкоатле́тка атле́тка спортсме́н спортсме́нка