# scorecard

/ˈskɔɹˌkɑɹd/ (US) · /skˈɔːkɑːd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/scorecard
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a sheet of paper or a digital screen that shows the current points or results of a game. It helps players and fans keep track of who is winning.

For teachers: a record of the progress or results of a game, competition, or examination. Often used in sports to track points or in business to evaluate performance against specific targets.

## Examples

- The referee showed the scorecard to the crowd.
- After the final whistle, the team's coach checked the scorecard to see if they had won the championship.
- The manager reviewed the monthly scorecard to identify which departments were exceeding their productivity targets and which required additional resources to meet the annual goals.

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