What does 勝負 mean?
勝負 is a Japanese noun meaning “victory or defeat, game” in English. It can also be translated as “match” depending on context. It is written as 勝負 in kanji, しょうぶ in hiragana, and shoubu in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N2 vocabulary.
Example sentences
ゆっくりでも着実にやってゆけば勝負には勝つ。
Slow and steady wins the race.
ボブはスケートではきみといい勝負だ。
Bob is a good match for you in skating.