exercise vs. sport
– A2-B1 (beginner to intermediate) –
Practice Your Listening Comprehension
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It is a common mistake among English learners to confuse these words in Canadian English.
In Canadian English, these words do not mean the same thing.
EXERCISE
In Canadian English, this word typically means:
(uncountable noun) a physical activity that helps improve your health
(countable noun) a task or assignment that helps you have or improve a skill
SPORT
In Canadian English, this word typically means:
(countable noun) a type of physical activity that is a game or competition (e.g., soccer, swimming, hockey, etc.)
EXAMPLES
(definition 1) “She likes exercise. It makes her feel healthier and it gives her more energy. This is why she goes to the gym three days a week.”
(definition 2) “Writing in a journal is an excellent exercise to help improve your grammar and spelling in a language.”
“Children in Canada generally play a lot of sports. Some play on community teams and others just with friends. Popular sports include hockey and football.”
What kinds of exercise do you try to do? Do you like sports? What sports did you do as a child? Practice using these words by sharing your answers with me in the comments below.
