Punktestand

score

noun PUNK-te-shtant Rare

Also means

current points standing

Usage Note

Punktestand is the live or final tally of points in any competitive game or sport. Wie ist der aktuelle Punktestand? (What is the current score?) is one of the most common game-related questions. Related: Spielstand (score in team sports) is preferred in football; Punktestand is universal for games.

Examples

"Nach vier Runden führte sie mit einem klaren Punktestand von dreißig zu zwölf."

Natural Translation

After four rounds she was leading with a clear score of thirty to twelve.

Literal Translation

After four rounds led she with a clear points-stand of thirty to twelve.

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