set point

• Término usado en tenis y otros deportes de raqueta para referirse al punto que, si lo gana el jugador que lo tiene a favor, le da la victoria en el set. También se emplea en sentido más amplio para describir un momento crítico o umbral en diversos contextos.

A term used in tennis and other racket sports meaning a point that, if won by the server, would win them the set. Also used more broadly to describe a critical moment or threshold in various contexts.

1. Tennis termB2formal

   A situation in tennis where the player serving needs one more point to win a set.

   Punto de set

   • The player had two set points but failed to convert them.
   • She won the match with a powerful serve on set point.
   • The crowd cheered as he reached set point in the final game.

2. Control system targetC1formal

   The desired or target value for a variable in a control system, such as temperature or pressure.

   Punto de consigna

   • The thermostat maintains the temperature at the set point.
   • Engineers adjusted the set point to optimize the system's performance.
   • The set point for the pressure valve was calibrated precisely.

3. Weight regulation theoryC1formal

   The weight range that a person's body naturally maintains, according to the set point theory.

   punto de ajuste

   • The set point theory suggests that the body resists significant weight changes.
   • After dieting, many people return to their original set point.
   • Understanding your set point can help with long-term weight management.