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Score

skɔr
Very common
~ 2100
~ 2100, Very common
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To achieve a particular result in a test, game, or competition by gaining points or goals, A group or set of twenty, To make cuts or lines on a surface, To obtain something desired or advantageous

Score - Meanings

To achieve a particular result in a test, game, or competition by gaining points or goals

Example: The team scored three goals in the first half.
Usage: formalContext: sports, academic tests, competitions
Note: Commonly used in sports commentary and academic contexts

A group or set of twenty

Example: He bought a score of apples at the market.
Usage: formalContext: historical or poetic contexts
Note: This meaning is less common in modern usage

To make cuts or lines on a surface

Example: She scored the paper with a sharp blade.
Usage: formalContext: artistic or crafting activities
Note: Used in contexts related to creating patterns or designs

To obtain something desired or advantageous

Example: She scored tickets to the concert.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations
Note: Commonly used informally to express success in acquiring something

Score's synonyms

points

Points refer to units of numerical value awarded for achieving a goal or success in a competition.
Example: She scored 20 points in the game.
Note: Points is commonly used in sports or games to indicate the numerical value earned by a player or team.

tally

Tally means to count or record the total number of something.
Example: The team tallied a total of 5 goals in the match.
Note: Tally is often used to indicate a cumulative count or total, especially in keeping track of scores or numbers.

result

Result refers to the outcome or consequence of an action or event.
Example: The final result of the match was a tie.
Note: Result can encompass a broader meaning beyond just the numerical score, including the overall outcome or impact of a situation.

mark

Mark can indicate a grade, score, or evaluation given to assess performance or quality.
Example: He received a high mark on his test.
Note: Mark is often used in educational contexts to indicate a grade or evaluation rather than a numerical score in a competition.

Score expressions, common phrases

Settle a score

To settle a score means to get revenge or resolve a conflict with someone.
Example: He wanted to settle a score with his old rival on the basketball court.
Note: The phrase 'settle a score' conveys a sense of resolving a conflict or seeking revenge, whereas 'score' simply refers to a numerical value or achievement.

Score a goal

To score a goal means to successfully kick or hit the ball into the opponent's goal in sports like soccer, hockey, or basketball.
Example: She scored a goal in the final minute of the game to secure the win for her team.
Note: While 'score' can refer to any numerical value, 'score a goal' specifically pertains to achieving a point in a sports game.

Score big

To score big means to achieve a major success or win something significant.
Example: The company scored big with their latest product launch, exceeding all sales expectations.
Note: The term 'score big' emphasizes achieving a substantial success, contrasting with the general concept of 'score' related to numbers or points.

Keep score

To keep score means to mentally tally who is winning or losing in a situation, often used in relationships or competitions.
Example: In a healthy relationship, partners don't keep score of who does more; they work together as a team.
Note: While 'score' typically refers to a numerical value, 'keep score' focuses on the act of monitoring or comparing progress or success.

Score points

To score points means to gain approval, admiration, or earn favor with someone through one's actions or behavior.
Example: She scored points with her boss by completing the project ahead of schedule.
Note: The phrase 'score points' emphasizes earning approval or favor, diverging from the simple concept of 'score' as a numerical value.

Score a deal

To score a deal means to secure or obtain a favorable agreement or bargain, especially through negotiation.
Example: After negotiating for hours, they finally scored a great deal on the new car.
Note: While 'score' can represent a numerical value, 'score a deal' focuses on successfully obtaining a favorable agreement or bargain.

On the score

Being on the score means actively seeking or pursuing opportunities, goals, or advantages.
Example: He was always on the score for new opportunities to grow his business.
Note: The phrase 'on the score' implies actively pursuing or seeking opportunities, contrasting with the general concept of 'score' related to numbers or achievements.

Score everyday (slang) expressions

Score

In informal language, 'score' can mean to obtain or achieve something successfully.
Example: I managed to score tickets to the concert!
Note: The slang term 'score' shifts the meaning from just gaining something to gaining it successfully.

Scored

This slang term implies reaching an accomplishment or getting a desirable result.
Example: I just scored a new job at the tech firm!
Note: Similar to 'score', 'scored' indicates achieving something, but in a more past-tense context.

Score some brownie points

To 'score some brownie points' means to gain favor or approval by doing something helpful or impressive.
Example: Helping out with the project definitely scored me some brownie points with the boss.
Note: This term includes the idea of gaining extra favor or recognition beyond just a regular accomplishment.

Score one for the team

This phrase is used to celebrate a success or victory on behalf of a group or organization.
Example: When we won the competition, it was a definite 'score one for the team' moment.
Note: It emphasizes the collective achievement rather than an individual one.

Scoreboard

When someone wins an argument or competition, 'scoreboard' symbolizes that their success is evident and indisputable.
Example: You totally dominated that debate! Scoreboard!
Note: It emphasizes the victory in a competitive context, using the metaphor of a scoreboard to show clear superiority.

High score

This term refers to achieving the highest result or performance level, especially in gaming or competitive activities.
Example: I got the high score on that challenging video game!
Note: It specifically highlights reaching the top position or achievement in a particular context.

Score one's digits

This slang term means to obtain something desirable or impressive, often related to possessions or personal achievements.
Example: Did you see her new car? She definitely scored her digits this time!
Note: It focuses on gaining a specific item or status that is considered valuable or noteworthy.

Score - Examples

The final score was 2-1.
She got a high score on her exam.
He scored the winning goal in the last minute.

Score grammar

Score - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: score
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): scores
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): score
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): scored
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): scoring
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): scores
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): score
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): score
Syllabification and Stress
score Contains 1 syllables: score
Phonetic transcription: ˈskȯr
score , ˈskȯr (The red syllable is stressed)

Score - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
score: ~ 2100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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