# stats

/ˈstæts/ (US) · /stˈæts/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/stats
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. data and figures

noun · CEFR B1 · Informal

numbers that show information about a situation, like how many people do something.

For teachers: numerical data or facts collected for analysis. Usually plural in this sense.

- The latest stats show that more people are working from home this year.
- The marketing team spent the afternoon reviewing the engagement stats to determine which social media campaign had the highest conversion rate.

Usage: Usually plural when referring to specific data points.

### 2. the subject of statistics

noun · CEFR B2 · Informal

the area of study or the math class where you learn about data.

For teachers: the mathematical science or academic discipline of statistics. Uncountable in this sense.

- I have to study for my stats exam all weekend.
- Although she excelled in calculus, she found the conceptual side of her stats course surprisingly challenging.

Usage: Functions as a singular uncountable noun when referring to the field of study.

### 3. gaming attributes

noun · CEFR B1 · Informal · Slang

the numbers that show how strong or fast a character is in a game.

For teachers: the numerical values representing a character's or unit's attributes, such as health, strength, or speed.

- My character has high speed stats but very low health.
- Players often spend hours 'grinding' to increase their character's base stats before attempting the final boss fight.

Teaching tip: Very common in gaming culture; learners will encounter this in video games, tabletop games, and sports discussions.

## Examples

- The latest stats show that our sales are growing.
- He spends his weekends checking the player stats for his favorite football team to see who scored the most goals.
- While the raw stats suggest a significant improvement in performance, they fail to account for the external variables that influenced the outcome during the trial period.

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