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score

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /skɔːr/

KK: /skɔr/

intransitive verb
Definition

To achieve a goal or gain something, often unexpectedly or in a clever way.


Example

He managed to score a great deal on his new car.


Tense Forms

Past: scored

Past Participle: scored


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that the team managed to score two goals in the first half?
Sloth B
Yeah, I saw that! They really played well today.
Sloth A
I hope they can score again in the second half.
Sloth B
Me too! It would be great to see them win.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
win
gain
achieve
Antonyms
lose
fail
miss
noun
Definition

A number or result that shows how well someone has done in a game, test, or competition.


Example

She got a high score on her math test.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the score of the game last night?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was incredible!
Sloth A
I can't believe they came back from such a low score.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To achieve a point or goal in a game or competition, or to obtain something desired.


Example

He managed to score the winning goal in the last minute of the match.


Tense Forms

Past: scored

Past Participle: scored


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that Jake managed to score tickets to the concert?
Sloth B
No way! That's awesome, I really wanted to go!
Sloth A
Yeah, he always knows how to score the best deals.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Score → The word 'score' originates from Old Norse 'skora', meaning to cut or notch. It refers to the act of marking or counting, as in keeping track of points or achievements.

Memory Tip

Think of making 'notches' or 'cuts' to keep track of points — that's how 'score' relates to counting or marking achievements.

Visually Confused Words
sore
core
scourge
scourer
scoured
rescore
swore
sucre
Is this page helpful?
I know! That last minute was so thrilling!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tally
result
grade
Antonyms
failure
loss
deficit
I need to ask him for tips next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gain
achieve
obtain
Antonyms
lose
miss
fail