Meaning & Origin

The term game plan comes from sports, where coaches craft detailed plays before a match. By the mid‑20th century it moved into business and everyday English to describe any strategic roadmap for success.

Pronunciation Guide

Say it as GAME PLAN: /ɡeɪm plæn/. Stress both words; keep the vowel in plan short, like “cat.”

Usage & Sentence Examples

• Before negotiations, let’s review our game plan.
• Successful dieting starts with a clear game plan.
• The startup’s game plan focuses on niche markets first, then expansion.

Synonyms

• strategy
• playbook
• blueprint
• roadmap
• plan of attack