(てんすう)

てんすう
noun
score, points
1. score, points, marks
A numerical value indicating performance on a test, in a game, or as an evaluation.
テスト(てすと)点数(てんすう)()かった。
My test score was good.
点数(てんすう)(かせ)ぐ。
I earn points.
合計(ごうけい)点数(てんすう)計算(けいさん)する。
I calculate the total score.

点数(てんすう) refers to numerical scores or points in various contexts.

COMMON EXPRESSIONS:

  • 点数(てんすう)()る: to get a score
  • 点数(てんすう)(かせ)ぐ: to earn points
  • 満点(まんてん): perfect score
  • (たか)得点(とくてん): high score
  • 合計(ごうけい)点数(てんすう): total score

USAGE NOTE:
Also used figuratively for "points" in relationships or social standing.

RELATED WORDS:

  • 得点(とくてん): score, points earned
  • スコア: score

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