batsmanship in English
- batsmanship⇄batsmanship, noun.
(British.) the art of batting at cricket; batting performance.
batsmanship in Hindi हिन्दी
Batsmanship
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈbatsmənˌʃɪp/
Definitions
- noun (1): The skill or art of batting in cricket, particularly focusing on techniques, strategies, and mental discipline required to be an effective batsman.
- noun (2): A period during which a batsman is at the crease, engaged in batting.
Usage Examples
- The young cricketer's batsmanship was admired by coaches and fans alike.
- Mastering batsmanship requires not just physical skill but also mental fortitude during long innings.
Etymology
Derived from "batsman," which itself combines "bat" (the cricket equipment) and "man" (denoting the person). The suffix "-ship" is added to form a noun indicating skill, quality, or condition. The word "batsmanship" has been in usage since the early 20th century as cricket gained widespread popularity.
Synonyms
- Batting skill
- Cricket technique
- Batsman’s artistry
Antonyms
- Bowling
- Fielding
- Defensive play
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| English | Batsmanship | /ˈbatsmənˌʃɪp/ |
| Spanish | Habilidad de bateo | /aβiliˈðað de baˈteo/ |
| French | Art du bâton | /aʁ dy batɔ̃/ |
| German | Schlagfertigkeit | /ʃlaːkˈfɛʁtɪçkaɪt/ |
| Italian | Abilità al battitore | /abiˈlita al batˈtiːtoɾe/ |
| Portuguese | Habilidade de bastão | /aβiliˈðaði de basˈtɐ̃w/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 击球技巧 | /jī qiú jì qiǎo/ |
| Japanese | バッティング技術 | /battīngu gijutsu/ |
| Korean | 배팅 기술 | /baeting gisul/ |
| Arabic | فن الضرب | /fann al-darb/ |
| Russian | Искусство бить | /iskusstvo bit'/ |
| Hindi | बात्समैन कौशल | /ˈbɛtsˈmɛn kɔʃəl/ |
| Bengali | ব্যাটসম্যান দক্ষতা | /ˈbɛtsˈmɛn dɔkʰɔtɑ/ |
| Punjabi | ਬੈਟਸਮੈਨ ਦੱਖਲ | /ˈbɛtsˈmɛn dəkʰəl/ |
| Marathi | बॅट्समॅन कौशल्य | /ˈbɛtsˈmɛn kɔʃəljə/ |
| Gujarati | બેટ્સમેન કુશળતા | /ˈbɛtsˈmɛn kuʃələtɑ/ |
| Tamil | பாட்ஸ்மேன் திறமை | /ˈbɛtsˈmɛn tɪɾəmɛ/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
The pronunciation of "batsmanship" remains largely consistent across English-speaking countries, though regional accents may result in slight variations, such as in the intonation or vowel sounds. British and Australian speakers may slightly emphasize different syllables compared to Indian or South African speakers.
Historical Usage
The term "batsmanship" became more widely used in the 20th century as cricket evolved, with batting becoming a more specialized skill. Its use is now common in cricket commentary, coaching, and literature to describe a batsman's overall ability and approach to the game.
Cultural Nuances
In countries like India and Pakistan, where cricket is deeply ingrained in the culture, "batsmanship" is revered as an art form. Players such as Sachin Tendulkar are celebrated not just for their runs, but for their mastery of batsmanship, symbolizing the cultural value placed on the skill of batting in cricket.
More Information
Batsmanship is a crucial aspect of cricket, and it is often said that the game’s outcome depends largely on the performance of the batsmen. The ability to balance defense and offense, understand the nuances of timing and placement, and withstand pressure are all elements of great batsmanship. This skill is honed over years of practice and is highly respected within the cricketing community. Legendary figures in cricket have often been defined by their exceptional batsmanship, and it remains a key focus in the sport's ongoing evolution.