Also means
points total
Usage Note
Puntaje is the standard term in Latin America for a score, grade, or point total in sports, games, or exams; Spain more commonly uses puntuación. Both are correct. Derived from punto (point). The phrase obtener un buen puntaje is equivalent to 'to get a good score.'
Examples
"Obtuvo el puntaje más alto del equipo."
Natural Translation
He obtained the highest score on the team.

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