scoreboard

[ˈskɔːrbɔːrd]
nounmasculinepl: scoreboards
placar
1. A large board or electronic display that shows the score of a game or match, along with other relevant information such as time, player statistics, or team names
The scoreboard at the stadium displayed the final score of 3-2.
O placar do estádio exibiu o resultado final de 3 a 2.
2. A record or summary of performance, progress, or achievements in any competitive context
The company's scoreboard showed improved sales figures this quarter.
O placar da empresa mostrou números de vendas melhorados neste trimestre.
In Brazil, 'placar' is deeply embedded in sports culture, particularly in football (soccer), volleyball, and basketball. The term is universally understood and used in both casual conversation and professional sports broadcasting. Electronic scoreboards are common features in Brazilian stadiums and sports complexes, reflecting the country's passionate sports culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
score displaytally boardresults boardleaderboard

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
placar
Most common term used in sports contexts throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
placar
Standard usage in local sports commentary and stadiums
São Paulo
placar
Predominant term in São Paulo's sports culture and media
Portugal
marcador
Portuguese Portuguese uses 'marcador' as the primary term for scoreboard

Related Words

scoregamematchpointsstatisticsdisplay

Related Idioms & Phrases

settle the scoreboard - resolver a disputa/acertar as contas
keep score - manter o placar/contar os pontos
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