Semifinal Meaning in English
word
ˌsɛmaɪˈfaɪnəɫ/, /ˌsɛmiˈfaɪnəɫ/, /ˌsɛmɪˈfaɪnəɫ
sem-eye-FY-nuhl
sˌɛmɪfˈaɪnəl
sem-ee-FY-nuhl
Definition
A round in a competition that comes just before the final, where the winners compete for a place in the last round.
Usage & Nuances
Used most often in sports and competitions. Typically refers to one of two matches or rounds before the final ('the semifinals'). Note American English may use 'semifinal' more than 'semi-final' (British spelling).
Spanish: semifinalPortuguese (BR): semifinalPortuguese (PT): meia-finalChinese (Simplified): 半决赛Chinese (Traditional): 準決賽Hindi: सेमीफाइनलArabic: نصف النهائيBengali: সেমিফাইনালRussian: полуфиналJapanese: 準決勝Vietnamese: bán kếtKorean: 준결승Turkish: yarı finalUrdu: سیمی فائنلIndonesian: semifinal
Example Sentences
Our team will play in the semifinal tomorrow.
basic
There are four teams in the semifinal.
basic
She was happy to reach the semifinal.
basic
After a tough win, they advanced to the semifinal round.
natural
Tickets for the semifinal sold out in minutes.
natural
Losing in the semifinal was disappointing, but they played well.
natural