contact sport

• Esporte em que os jogadores se tocam ou se chocam fisicamente como parte normal do jogo, como rúgbi, futebol americano ou boxe. Também se usa em sentido figurado para algo que envolve confronto direto e risco.

A type of sport in which players physically touch or collide with each other as part of normal play, such as rugby, American football, or boxing.

1. Physical contact sportB1formal

   A sport in which players physically interact with each other, often involving tackling, blocking, or collision.

   Esporte de contato

   • Rugby is a popular contact sport in many countries.
   • American football is considered a high-impact contact sport.
   • Boxing is a contact sport that requires protective gear.

2. Limited contact sportB2formal

   A sport where physical contact is allowed but not the primary focus, often with rules to minimize injury.

   Esporte de contato limitado

   • Basketball is a contact sport, but excessive pushing is penalized.
   • Soccer is considered a contact sport due to shoulder-to-shoulder challenges.
   • Ice hockey is a contact sport with strict rules against fighting.