points
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈpɔɪnts// UK //pˈɔɪnts// points
n. the marks or scores you get in a game or competition. You use them to show who is winning or how well someone is doing.
n. units of measurement used to determine the score or standing in a game, sport, or academic evaluation.
Our team has ten points so far.
The judges awarded extra points to the performers who included original choreography in their routine.
While the individual players focused on their personal statistics, the coach reminded them that only the total points on the scoreboard would determine their ranking in the national league.
Usage
Usually plural when referring to a total score; often used with the verbs 'score', 'earn', or 'award'.