der Endstand
final score
The final result, especially the score at the end of a game, competition, or election.
EXAMPLE
Das Fußballspiel endete mit einem Endstand von 2:2.
The soccer match ended with a final score of 2-2.
der Endstand
final score
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Meanings
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Word composition
'Endstand' (final score) is a compound noun made from 'das Ende' (the end) and 'der Stand' (the score, in the sense of points). So it literally describes the score at the end of a game.
EXAMPLE
Nach einer spannenden Verlängerung stand der Endstand fest.
After an exciting overtime period, the final score was decided.
Use in context
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of sports, games, or competitions to express the final result.
EXAMPLE
Der Endstand des Basketballspiels war 98:95.
The final score of the basketball game was 98-95.
Typical formulations
To state a final score, people often use the formulation 'der Endstand von X zu Y' (the final score of X to Y) or the sentence 'Das Spiel endete mit dem Endstand ...' (The game ended with the final score ...).
EXAMPLE
Die Partie endete mit einem Endstand von 3:1 für die Heimmannschaft.
The match ended with a final score of 3-1 for the home team.
Compare with
Endstand vs Ergebnis
result
Ergebnis can generally refer to the outcome of a game or another situation. Endstand, by contrast, specifically refers to the final numerical score or points total, especially at the end of a game, competition, or election. Use Endstand for specific final figures, and Ergebnis also for a win, loss, or draw.
Endstand
Der Endstand des Spiels lautete nach der Verlängerung 2:2.
After extra time, the final score of the game was 2–2.
Ergebnis
Das Ergebnis des Spiels war ein Unentschieden.
The result of the game was a draw.
In real life
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