ScoringP
Par
Standard strokes for a hole
Pronunciation
/pɑːr/
Definition
The number of strokes an expert golfer is expected to take to complete a hole. Par varies depending on the hole length and difficulty, typically ranging from 3 to 5 strokes. Par is a baseline for scoring, helping golfers gauge their performance relative to the course's design.
Example
"She made par on the 4th hole."