English Word · Intermediate
podium
To finish in the top three at an event or competition
Pronunciation: /ˈpəʊ.di.əm/
Meaning
To finish in the top three at an event or competition.
Example
The swimmer podiumed three times at the Olympics.
The swimmer podiumed three times at the Olympics.
Practice tips
- Practice podium out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.