Cool MateMeaning of Play-off
A match or series of matches to determine a winner from tied teams.
In simple words: A final game or series to decide a winner.
Play-off in a sentence
- The teams are heading into the play-off after a tie in the regular season.
- Winning the play-off means the team can compete for the championship title.
- Fans are excited about the upcoming play-off, as it promises to be thrilling.
- During the play-off, each point scored is crucial for victory.
- The last play-off match was intense and kept everyone on the edge of their seats.
How to use Play-off
Typically used in sports contexts to describe games that determine a champion. Avoid in non-sporting contexts.
Grammar pattern
play-off + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'play' that gets you into a final 'off' match.
Related words
Collocations with Play-off
- play-off game
- play-off series
- play-off spot
- play-off round
- play-off match
Synonyms for Play-off
- final
- decider
- tiebreaker
- championship
- play-in
Common mistakes with Play-off
- Confused with 'play off' as a phrasal verb meaning to compete.
- Using 'play-off' incorrectly as a noun for regular games.
- Spelling errors such as 'playoff' instead of 'play-off'.
Play-off appears in
Play-off in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مباراة فاصلة
مباراة أخيرة أو سلسلة مباريات لتحديد الفائز.
- Bengaliবাংলা
প্লে-অফ
বিজয়ী নির্ধারণের জন্য একটি চূড়ান্ত খেলা বা সিরিজ।
- GermanDeutsch
Play-off
Ein Entscheidungsspiel oder eine Entscheidungsrunde, um einen Sieger zu küren.
- SpanishEspañol
Eliminatoria
Un partido o serie final para decidir un ganador.
- Persianفارسی
پلیآف
یک بازی نهایی یا سری بازیها برای تعیین برنده.
- FrenchFrançais
Play-off
Un match ou une série de matchs décisifs pour désigner un vainqueur.
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्ले-ऑफ़
विजेता तय करने के लिए एक अंतिम खेल या श्रृंखला।
- ItalianItaliano
Spareggio
Una partita o una serie finale per decidere un vincitore.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Play-off
Um jogo ou série final para decidir um vencedor.
- RussianРусский
Плей-офф
Финальная игра или серия игр для определения победителя.
- Urduاردو
پلے آف
فاتح کا فیصلہ کرنے کے لیے ایک آخری کھیل یا سلسلہ۔
- Chinese中文
季后赛, 加赛
一场决定胜负的最后比赛或系列赛。
More s like Play-off
- FinalA1
Relating to the last part or stage in a series or process.
- ChampionshipB2
a competition to find the best player or team in a particular sport
- QualifyB1
To meet the standards or requirements for something.
- CenturyA1
A period of one hundred years.
- RivalB2
A person or group competing with another for the same objective or superiority.
- AssistB1
to help somebody to do something
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Frequently asked questions about Play-off
What does Play-off mean?
A final game or series to decide a winner.
What is the definition of Play-off?
A match or series of matches to determine a winner from tied teams.
How do you use Play-off in a sentence?
The teams are heading into the play-off after a tie in the regular season.
Can you give another example of Play-off?
Winning the play-off means the team can compete for the championship title.
What are synonyms for Play-off?
Common alternatives include final, decider, tiebreaker, championship, play-in.
What words go with Play-off?
It commonly pairs with play-off game, play-off series, play-off spot, play-off round, play-off match.
What are common mistakes when using Play-off?
Confused with 'play off' as a phrasal verb meaning to compete. Using 'play-off' incorrectly as a noun for regular games. Spelling errors such as 'playoff' instead of 'play-off'.
How do you pronounce Play-off?
US: //ˈpleɪ.ɔf//, UK: //ˈpleɪ.ɒf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Play-off?
Typically used in sports contexts to describe games that determine a champion. Avoid in non-sporting contexts.