score

word

/ˈskɔɹ/
skor
/skˈɔː/
skaw

Definition

A score is the number of points in a game, test, or competition. As a verb, it can also mean to get points or a goal, or to achieve a particular result.

Usage & Nuances

Very common in sports and tests: 'the score', 'final score', 'test score'. As a verb, use 'score a goal/point' and 'score highly/well on a test'. In informal English, 'score' can also mean succeed in getting something desirable, as in 'I scored tickets'.

Example Sentences

What is the score now?

basic

We need one more point to score the win.

natural

She scored two goals in the game.

basic

I got a good score on the test.

basic

Don’t tell me the score—I haven’t watched the match yet.

natural

I scored last-minute tickets online.

natural