Sporty describes someone who enjoys sports and physical activities, or something designed with an athletic, energetic style. A sporty person might play on multiple teams, love pickup basketball games at recess, or spend weekends hiking and biking. They're comfortable being active and usually good at coordinating their body movements.

The word also describes things with an athletic look or feel. A sporty car is designed to be fast and fun to drive, with sleek lines that suggest speed and performance. Sporty clothes are comfortable and practical for movement: think sneakers, track pants, or a jacket with athletic styling. A sporty backpack might have features borrowed from hiking gear, like extra straps and water bottle holders.

When someone calls themselves sporty, they're usually saying “I like being active” rather than “I'm incredibly talented at every sport.” It's about attitude and enjoyment as much as skill. You can be sporty without being the star athlete, just like you can be musical without being a concert pianist. The word captures that energetic, ready-to-play quality that some people naturally have.