Noun
/pɔɪnt ˈwɪnər/
"Point winner" refers to a competitor or player who scores a point in a game, particularly in sports such as tennis, badminton, or any sport where point scoring is involved. It is frequently used in the context of sports commentary and reporting, making it more prevalent in written formats such as articles and reports rather than in everyday oral speech.
The tennis match was thrilling, with each point winner creating an electric atmosphere.
Теннисный матч был захватывающим, и каждый победитель очка создавал электрическую атмосферу.
In the final moments, the underdog became the point winner, surprising everyone in the audience.
В последние минуты аутсайдер стал победителем очка, удивив всех в зале.
The referee awarded a penalty, but the point winner of the match was still undecided.
Судья назначил пенальти, но победитель очка матча все еще оставался неопределенным.
The term "point winner" is less commonly found in idiomatic expressions; however, it is often associated with competitive phrases in sports. Below are some common idiomatic expressions related to winning and competition:
"To score a winning point"
After an intense rally, she managed to score the winning point, securing her place in the finals.
После напряженной борьбы она смогла забить решающее очко, обеспечив себе место в финале.
"Every point counts"
In such a close game, every point counts, so players must stay focused.
В такой напряженной игре каждое очко на счету, поэтому игроки должны быть сосредоточены.
"To play for keeps"
When it comes to the championship, all teams are playing for keeps, aiming for the ultimate point winner.
Когда дело доходит до чемпионата, все команды играют всерьез, стремясь стать победителем очка.
"Playing to win"
The coach emphasized that they should always be playing to win, focusing on being the point winner.
Тренер подчеркнул, что они всегда должны играть на победу, сосредоточившись на том, чтобы стать победителем очка.
The term "point" derives from the Latin word "punctum," meaning a small mark or dot, while "winner" comes from the Old English "winnan," which means to strive or to battle. The combination reflects the notion of scoring in competitive contexts.