How to Pronounce Score

To pronounce "score", say SCOR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /skɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/skɔː/

IPA

"score" has 2 syllables: scor-e. It rhymes with implore and core, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: scor — easy to mix up when writing.

noun

The total number of goals, points, runs, etc. earned by a participant in a game.
“The player with the highest score is the winner.”
The number of points accrued by each of the participants in a game, expressed as a ratio or a series of numbers.
“The score is 8-1 even though it's not even half-time!”

verb

To cut a notch or a groove in a surface.
“The baker scored the cake so that the servers would know where to slice it.”
To record the tally of points for a game, a match, or an examination.

interjection

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How many syllables are in "score"?▾

"Score" has 2 syllables: scor · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "score"?▾

The IPA transcription of "score" is /skɔː/.

What does "score" mean?▾

Score: The total number of goals, points, runs, etc. earned by a participant in a game.

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