scores
Translation
scores, points, music sheets, large numbers
Examples
The final scores for both teams were very close.
The final scores for both teams were very close.
The orchestra played from the original scores.
The orchestra played from the original scores.
Scores of people attended the concert.
Scores of people attended the concert.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) scores ((of sth.)) the points in a game The final scores for both teams were very close.
((the)) scores ((for sth.)) the written form of a piece of music The orchestra played from the original scores.
scores ((of sb./sth.)) a large number of people or things Scores of people attended the concert.
Similar Words
Etymology
Plural of 'score'. From Old Norse 'skor' meaning 'notch' or 'tally mark'.
Memory Tips
Think of making marks (scores) on a page for points, for music notes, or for counting many people.