point
A point is a specific place, position, or a single idea in a discussion. It can also refer to the sharp end of an object or a unit used for scoring in a game.
Examples
3 of 5The pencil has a very sharp point.
The pencil has a very sharp tip.
The professor made an excellent point about climate change.
The professor shared a very good idea regarding climate change.
I don't really see the point of going to the party.
I don't understand the reason or purpose of going to the party.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the point of a needle; it is small, specific, and gets your attention immediately, just like the main point of a story.
Quick Quiz
What is the ______ of this meeting if nobody is listening?
Correct!
The correct answer is: point
Examples
The pencil has a very sharp point.
everydayThe pencil has a very sharp tip.
The professor made an excellent point about climate change.
formalThe professor shared a very good idea regarding climate change.
I don't really see the point of going to the party.
informalI don't understand the reason or purpose of going to the party.
At this point in the research, the data remains inconclusive.
academicAt this specific stage of the study, the results are not clear.
Please get straight to the point during the presentation.
businessPlease talk about the most important information immediately during the presentation.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
to the point
relevant and direct
beside the point
irrelevant to the subject
up to a point
partly, but not completely
Often Confused With
A tip is specifically the very end of something long, while a point can be an idea or a location.
A spot is a small round area or a location, whereas a point often refers to a logical idea or a sharp end.
Usage Notes
Use 'point' when discussing the specific goal or meaning of an action. It is also the standard word for units in sports scoring.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use 'point' when they should use 'dot' for an email address (e.g., they say 'example point com' instead of 'example dot com').
Memory Tip
Think of the point of a needle; it is small, specific, and gets your attention immediately, just like the main point of a story.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin word 'punctum', which means a small hole or a prick made by a sharp instrument.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many Western cultures, 'getting straight to the point' is valued in business to save time.
Quick Quiz
What is the ______ of this meeting if nobody is listening?
Correct!
The correct answer is: point
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