practising
word · lemma: practise
/ˈpɹæktɪs/
/pɹˈæktɪsɪŋ/
Definition
Doing something regularly to improve your skill, like playing an instrument, sports, or learning something new.
Usage & Nuances
In British English, 'practising' is the preferred spelling for the verb (US: 'practicing'). Often used for repeated activities to gain skill, especially music, sports, or professional work. Not used for one-time actions.
Spanish: practicando - ensayando (música, actuación)Portuguese (BR): praticando - treinandoPortuguese (PT): praticando - treinandoChinese (Simplified): 练习 - 实践Chinese (Traditional): 練習 - 實踐Hindi: अभ्यास कर रहा/रही हूँ - प्रैक्टिसArabic: يمارس - يتدربBengali: অনুশীলন করছে - চর্চা করছেRussian: практикуется - упражняетсяJapanese: 練習しているVietnamese: đang luyện tập - đang thực hànhKorean: 연습하고 있다Turkish: pratik yapıyor - çalışıyorUrdu: مشق کر رہا ہے - مشق کر رہی ہےIndonesian: sedang berlatih - sedang mempraktikkan
Example Sentences
She is practising the piano every day.
basic
The football team is practising for the match.
basic
I am practising my English by reading books.
basic
I've been practising my speech in front of the mirror all week.
natural
Doctors spend years practising before becoming experts.
natural
He's practising driving before taking the test next month.
natural