Tabata

American  

[tuh-bah-tuh] / təˈbɑ tə /

Or tabata

noun

1. an exercise or fitness program involving repeated alternation between usually 20-second bursts of strenuous exertion and 10-second periods of rest, totaling four minutes for an entire round.

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Etymology

Origin of Tabata

First recorded in 1995–2000; named after Japanese professor Izumi Tabata, who created the program

Example Sentences

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Tabata

And despite friction with China, Tabata said he’s still happy to welcome Chinese tourists, who have been frequent visitors to his hotel over the years.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

“We have always had to supplement by rehiring older workers,” said Kazuyuki Tabata, an Asuqa manager.

From New York Times ● Jan. 7, 2023

“I was reminded by him that you can play music as you like,” said Mitsuru Tabata, a veteran Japanese experimental musician who has recorded with Reynols.

From New York Times ● Dec. 2, 2022

Another Brazilian, Tabata, pulled back a goal for Lisbon with a powerful left-foot volley in the 78th.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 7, 2021

He knew Tabata had an older sister who was studying to become a teacher, that her mum worked in the evenings and that her dad would be playing football.

From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2018