Barbell Meaning in English

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US

ˈbɑɹˌbɛɫ

BAR-bel

UK

bˈɑːbɛl

BAH-bel

Definition

A barbell is a long metal bar with weights attached at both ends, used for weightlifting and strength training exercises.

Usage & Nuances

"Barbell" is specific to weightlifting and fitness. Common phrases: "barbell squat," "barbell bench press." Not to be confused with "dumbbell," which is much shorter and held in one hand.

• Spanish: barra (de pesas) - barra con pesas
• Portuguese (BR): barra - barra de musculação
• Portuguese (PT): barra - barra de musculação
• Chinese (Simplified): 杠铃
• Chinese (Traditional): 槓鈴
• Hindi: बर्बेल
• Arabic: باربل
• Bengali: বারবেল
• Russian: штанга
• Japanese: バーベル
• Vietnamese: thanh tạ
• Korean: 바벨
• Turkish: halter - barbell (ağırlık çubuğu)
• Urdu: باربیل - وزنی سلاخ
• Indonesian: barbel

Example Sentences

Please lift the barbell carefully.

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I bought a new barbell for my home gym.

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She can lift a heavy barbell.

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How much weight is on that barbell?

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I dropped the barbell on my toe during training.

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If you're new, start with a lighter barbell until you learn the right form.

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