Sports Imposter Game Words: 30 Word Pairs

Play the sports pack on a TV, laptop or video call. Echo deals the words for you.

Tips for sports words

Sports fans know the rules, so clue the feeling instead: "mud", "sweat", "whistle". The imposter usually gives away a sport they have never played.

Pick a pair. Give word A to everyone and word B to one secret player, or flip it.
Everyone gives a one-word clue, then you vote on the imposter.
Don't reuse a pair in the same game night. Cross it off.

New to the game? Read how to play the imposter game. Playing on one phone? The imposter game generator deals these pairs for you.

Things in every home. The easiest pack for a first game, and great with kids.

Espresso or cappuccino? Ketchup or mustard? Close pairs that start arguments fast.

Rivers, spas, aquariums and opera houses. Good for clues about what you do there.

Contracts, payday and the vending machine. Made for team socials and office parties.

Mullets, whoopee cushions and garden gnomes. Pairs that get a laugh before anyone gives a clue.

Hope or faith? Jealousy or envy? Abstract pairs for groups who have played before.

Puppies, dinosaurs and bouncy castles. Words every child knows, for family game night.

Santa or snowman? Eggnog or hot chocolate? Holiday pairs for the family and the office party.