noun
lost point; conceded goal; point given away
General sports term for points or goals conceded to the opponent. Antonym: 得点 (scored point).
Antonyms: 得点
後半だけで3失点してしまった。
We conceded three goals in the second half alone.
失点を防ぐために守
We tightened our defense to prevent conceding points.
noun
run charged to the pitcher
Baseball-specific: a run for which the pitcher is considered responsible.
先発投手は5回で4失点を喫した。
The starting pitcher gave up four runs in five innings.
noun
Figurative use: a mistake or failure that costs one points, reputation, or advantage. Often used in debates, exams, or competitive situations.
あの発言は外交上の大きな失点だった。
That remark was a major diplomatic blunder.
試験でケアレスミスによる失点が多かった。
I lost many points on the exam due to careless mistakes.