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UK//mæʧ pɔɪnt//US//mæʧ pɔɪnt//

Meaning of Match point

In simple words: A crucial situation in a game where a player can win.

Match point in a sentence

  • It was an intense final set, and she had the *match point* in her hands.
  • He missed a crucial *match point* that would have won him the game.
  • The crowd erupted as the player served for *match point*.
  • In volleyball, the team scored on *match point* to win the tournament.
  • She remained calm during the *match point*, focusing on her strategy.

How to use Match point

Used mostly in sports contexts, 'match point' is appropriate in formal discussions about games. Avoid using it in non-sporting contexts.

Grammar pattern

noun + noun

Memory hint

Think of a match where the end point decides the winner.

Related words

Collocations with Match point

  • serve for match point
  • win the match point
  • play at match point

Synonyms for Match point

  • decisive point
  • winning point
  • game point

Common mistakes with Match point

  • Confused with 'set point' - used in different stages of a game.
  • Using in non-sport contexts - it should mainly relate to competitive games.

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Frequently asked questions about Match point

What does Match point mean?

A crucial situation in a game where a player can win.

What is the definition of Match point?

The point in a game that can lead to a player's victory.

How do you use Match point in a sentence?

It was an intense final set, and she had the *match point* in her hands.

Can you give another example of Match point?

He missed a crucial *match point* that would have won him the game.

What are synonyms for Match point?

Common alternatives include decisive point, winning point, game point.

What words go with Match point?

It commonly pairs with serve for match point, win the match point, play at match point.

What are common mistakes when using Match point?

Confused with 'set point' - used in different stages of a game. Using in non-sport contexts - it should mainly relate to competitive games.

How do you pronounce Match point?

US: //mæʧ pɔɪnt//, UK: //mæʧ pɔɪnt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Match point?

Used mostly in sports contexts, 'match point' is appropriate in formal discussions about games. Avoid using it in non-sporting contexts.