Helping you fit in when people talk about golf, talk on the golf course or just use a golf term you need to know.
There are many terms and abbreviations in golf terminology. Many of these terms are used throughout the game, but others are specific to certain situations. One of the most common abbreviations is E which stands for even and is used to keep track of the scores during a game. Even par can stand for the … Read more
Getting a birdie in golf is a great achievement. A birdie is finishing a hole at one under par. But what are four birdies in a row called? What would the name of this event be? Is There a Name for Getting Four Birdies in a Row? No, there is no name in golf for … Read more
One of the things that anyone who’s into golf knows is that this sport is full of unique terms. For example, if you’re a beginner and you’re buying a new golf club, you’ll find a plethora of recommendations and key aspects to keep in mind while picking the ideal club for your needs. However, no … Read more
What do golfers yell? “Fore!” You must have heard golfers yelling this word upon hitting a ball. People who plan to step into the world of golf are often curious about what golfers yell and why. Yelling ‘Fore’ in golf upon hitting a shot is prescribed in golf etiquette to warn the other golfers about … Read more
The game of golf got its start on the windy shores of St. Andrews along Scotland’s North Sea coast. The seaside locale clearly gave rise to commonly used golf terminology, like eagle, condor and birdie. Coastal areas attract many species of birds, like an albatross or a condor. Those species and many others now are … Read more
