Have You Mastered The Meaning of These 21 Golf Terms?

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Golf has been a popular sport for centuries and continues to be enjoyed by millions worldwide.

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With its passionate players, ever-evolving rules, and unique terminology, golf can be both challenging and rewarding.

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However, many golf terms used on the PGA tour and in casual play can take time to decipher such as albatross, slice, birdie or bogey.

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Knowing the different golf terms can help players when taking a lesson, on the course, or during conversations about golf.

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A top player provides an explanation of the 21 golf terms you must know. How Many Do You Know?

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Par Is the predetermined number of strokes a golfer “should” make to complete a hole, an entire course, or a certain number of golf holes.

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Bogey A bogey is a score that is one stroke over par. People often view bogeys as failures; however, a bogey is still a respectable score

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Albatross It is one of the most impressive shots, and it’s the golf term used when a player manages to shoot three-under-par in a single hole.

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Learn All 21 Golf Terms

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