spectators
word · lemma: spectator
Definition
People who watch an event, especially a sports game or performance, without participating.
Usage & Nuances
'Spectators' is mostly used for people watching live sports or performances, not for TV viewers ('viewers'). Common collocations: 'sports spectators', 'football spectators', 'a crowd of spectators'. Not typically used for movies or TV.
Spanish: espectadoresPortuguese (BR): espectadoresPortuguese (PT): espectadoresChinese (Simplified): 观众Chinese (Traditional): 觀眾Hindi: दर्शकArabic: المشاهدونBengali: দর্শকRussian: зрителиJapanese: 観客Vietnamese: khán giảKorean: 관중Turkish: seyirciUrdu: ناظرینIndonesian: penonton
Example Sentences
There were many spectators at the football match.
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Spectators must stay behind the fence during the race.
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The concert attracted thousands of spectators.
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Some spectators cheered loudly, while others stayed quiet.
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The marathon was lined with spectators encouraging the runners.
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During the halftime show, the spectators waved their flags and sang along.
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