Intermediate Sports & Games

Substitute

/ˈsʌbstɪtjuːt/ noun

Meaning

A player who replaces another player during a match.

हिंदी मेंएक खिलाड़ी जो मैच के दौरान किसी अन्य खिलाड़ी की जगह लेता है।

Example Sentences

“The coach sent on a substitute in the second half.”

कोच ने दूसरे हाफ में एक सब्स्टिट्यूट भेजा।

“She came on as a substitute and scored.”

वह सब्स्टिट्यूट के रूप में आई और गोल किया।

⚠ Common Mistake

Often shortened to "sub" in casual speech — both are understood.

Good to Know

Synonyms
sub, replacement
Countable
countable

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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