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The game is over

🇬🇧 UK //ðə ɡeɪm ɪz əʊvə// 🇺🇸 US //ðə ɡeɪm ɪz oʊvər//

Meaning of The game is over

A statement indicating the conclusion of a game.

In simple words: The game has finished.

The game is over in a sentence

• After the final whistle blew, everyone knew the game is over.
• When the clock struck zero, the coach announced, 'The game is over!'
• He looked around the field and sighed, realizing the game is over.
• Players gathered to congratulate each other, knowing the game is over.
• Fans left the stadium, chanting, 'The game is over!'

How to use The game is over

Used to indicate that a game has finished. Common in casual and formal contexts but may sound abrupt in conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a referee blowing a whistle at the end of a match.

Related words

Collocations with The game is over

• end of the game
• final score of the game
• after the game

Synonyms for The game is over

• The match is finished
• The game has concluded
• The contest is done

Common mistakes with The game is over

• Confusing with 'the game has ended' – both are correct but have different nuances.
• Using in a romantic context when a relationship is ending; it can sound harsh.

Frequently asked questions about The game is over

What does The game is over mean?

The game has finished.

What is the definition of The game is over?

A statement indicating the conclusion of a game.

How do you use The game is over in a sentence?

After the final whistle blew, everyone knew the game is over.

Can you give another example of The game is over?

When the clock struck zero, the coach announced, 'The game is over!'

What are synonyms for The game is over?

Common alternatives include The match is finished, The game has concluded, The contest is done.

What words go with The game is over?

It commonly pairs with end of the game, final score of the game, after the game.

What are common mistakes when using The game is over?

Confusing with 'the game has ended' – both are correct but have different nuances. Using in a romantic context when a relationship is ending; it can sound harsh.

How do you pronounce The game is over?

US: //ðə ɡeɪm ɪz oʊvər//, UK: //ðə ɡeɪm ɪz əʊvə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use The game is over?

Used to indicate that a game has finished. Common in casual and formal contexts but may sound abrupt in conversations.