先発
せんぱつ · senpatsu
Starting in advance, starting first, going first, going ahead
- starting (in team sports)
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先発投手は、肩に違和感を覚えたため、降板した。
せんぱつとうしゅは、かたにいわかんをおぼえたため、こうばんした。
The starting pitcher left the mound because he felt discomfort in his shoulder.
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What does 先発 mean?
Starting in advance, starting first, going first, going ahead. It can also mean: starting (in team sports).
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せんぱつ (senpatsu). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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