Chinese

tóushǒu
Meaning: pitcher (baseball or softball)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這名先發投手表現得非常出色。
这名先发投手表现得非常出色。
This starting pitcher performed exceptionally well.
明星投手的年薪通常很高。
Star pitchers' annual salaries are usually very high.
教練在比賽最後一刻派出了王牌投手。
The coach sent in the ace pitcher at the last moment of the game.
他是這場比賽的先發投手。
He is the starting pitcher for this game.

Usage Notes

Refers to the player who throws the ball to the batter in baseball or softball.

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