How to Pronounce "score against"
expression
ˈskɔɹ/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
SKOR uh-GAYNST
skˈɔː/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
SKAW uh-GENST
Definition
To get a point or goal when playing against a particular team or opponent. It can also mean to be successful in a way that harms or disadvantages someone else.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɔɹ/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
skˈɔː/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKOR uh-GAYNST
UK
SKAW uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Our team hopes to score against the champions tonight.
It’s hard to score against such a strong defense.
They managed to score against us in the last minute.
It’s always exciting when underdogs score against big teams.