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Spielstand

score; game score at a given moment

noun SHPEEL-shtahnt Rare

Usage Note

Spielstand is the current score during an ongoing match. Beim Spielstand von 1:1 (with the score at 1-1) is a typical radio and TV commentary phrase. Unlike Endstand, it can refer to any moment in the game, not only the end.

Examples

"Der Spielstand blieb bis zum Schlusspfiff unverändert bei 1:1."

Natural Translation

The score remained unchanged at 1-1 until the final whistle.

Literal Translation

The game-score remained until the final-whistle unchanged at 1:1.

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