SPORTS

5-syllable Sports

Every sport on this page is pronounced in exactly 5 syllables — full profile for each.

Looking for 5-syllable sports? Here are 5 sports that fit — each linked to a full profile.

Syllables are counted across the whole name (multi-word names sum). "Apple" is 2 syllables; "Macaroni and Cheese" is 6.

Table of contents 5 entries
Cross-country SkiingDragon Boat RacingEndurance RidingSynchronized Swimming
Ultimate Frisbee

List of 5-syllable Sports

    1

    Cross-country Skiing

    An endurance winter Olympic sport in which racers traverse a marked snow course using classic or skating technique.

    2

    Dragon Boat Racing

    A team paddling sport raced in a long ornate canoe with a drummer, helmsman, and 20 paddlers stroking in unison.

    3

    Endurance Riding

    A long-distance equestrian sport in which horse and rider cover challenging trails of up to 160 kilometres in a single day.

    4

    Synchronized Swimming

    An aquatic Olympic sport blending swimming, dance, and gymnastics in choreographed routines performed in a pool.

    5

    Ultimate Frisbee

    A non-contact team sport played by passing a flying disc, with points scored by catching the disc in the opposing end zone.

About 5-syllable sports

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