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- [fahrt-lek]
- /ˈfɑrt lɛk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [fahrt-lek]
- /ˈfɑrt lɛk/
Definitions of fartlek word
- noun fartlek a training technique, used especially among runners, consisting of bursts of intense effort loosely alternating with less strenuous activity. 1
- noun fartlek A system of training for distance runners in which the terrain and pace are continually varied to eliminate boredom and enhance psychological aspects of conditioning. 1
- noun fartlek An athletic training technique, used especially in running, in which periods of intense effort alternate with periods of less strenuous effort in a continuous workout. 0
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Origin of fartlek
First appearance:
before 1950 One of the 5% newest English words
1950-55; < Swedish fart speed + lek play
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Parts of speech for Fartlek
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
fartlek popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
fartlek usage trend in Literature
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