backhand

[US]/ˈbækˌhænd/

[UK]/ˈbækˌhænd/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a stroke in tennis or other racket sports where the hand is turned so that the back of the hand faces the ball when it is hit; the act of hitting something with the back of your hand; a type of handwriting in which the letters are written at a slant to the right
v.to hit someone or something with the back of your hand

Phrases & Collocations

backhand compliment

backhand slap

backhand drive

backhand knowledge

backhand attack

Example Sentences

he hit a powerful backhand during the match.

she practiced her backhand technique for hours.

the coach emphasized the importance of a strong backhand.

his backhand slice surprised his opponent.

they recorded a video to analyze her backhand.

she won the tournament with her exceptional backhand.

improving your backhand can elevate your game.

he prefers to use a two-handed backhand.

her backhand was the key to her success.

backhand shots can be tricky to master.

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