How to Pronounce "a good sport"
expression
uh-GOOD-SPORT
uh-GOOD-SAWT
Definition
A person who handles winning or losing, jokes, or difficulties in a cheerful and accepting way, without getting upset or angry.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /ˈspɔɹt
British English
æɪ/ /ɡˈʊd/ /spˈɔːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-GOOD-SPORT
UK
uh-GOOD-SAWT
Listen in Context
He lost the game but was a good sport about it.
Thanks for being a good sport and helping me move.
You’re a good sport for laughing at my joke.
She didn’t complain at all—she’s really a good sport.