saam1 hong6 tit3 jan4三項鐵人三项铁人
Jyutpingsaam1 hong6 tit3 jan4
Yalesāam hohng tit yàhn
Definition
Triathlon; an athletic contest consisting of swimming, cycling, and running in immediate succession.
colloquialsports
How it's used
This term is the standard way to refer to the sport of triathlon in Hong Kong. It literally translates to three-item iron man, reflecting the intense physical endurance required for the event. It is commonly used in both casual conversation and sports news reporting.
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hong6項honghExamples
He signed up for the triathlon this year.
Training for a triathlon is really a test of physical strength.
Related words
Common phrases
participate in a triathlon
triathlon race
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Grammar guides
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