French word sportif comes from French -if, French sport (Sport.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -if | French (fra) | -ive; used in forming adjectives denoting characteristics or qualities. |
| sport | French (fra) | Sport. |
| sportif | French (fra) | Sportsman (of a person) athletic; enjoying and frequently participating in sports. Athletic; of or pertaining to sports. |