🇺🇸 How to say

“point” in English

point
Illustration of "point" in a English cultural setting
A sharp pencil tip leaves a tiny black dot on a blank sheet of paper. A teacher points to the dot on the board while explaining a math problem.

Usage note

A point is an idea or opinion in a discussion.

Examples

  • This is a good point.

    This is a good point.

  • She made a point.

    She made a point.

  • What is your point?

    What is your point?

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What does "point" mean?

  • A. point
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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