How Do You Spell FOOSBALL?

Pronunciation: [fˈuːsbɔːl] (IPA)

Foosball is a table game that is also known as table soccer or baby football. The spelling of this word can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable, "foo", is pronounced as /fuː/ with a long "oo" sound. The second syllable, "sball", is pronounced as /sbɔl/ with a "s" sound followed by a short "o" and a clear "l" sound. The spelling of "foosball" reflects the English language's tendency to borrow words and morphemes from different languages to create new words.

FOOSBALL Meaning and Definition

1. Foosball, also known as table soccer, is a popular game that simulates the sport of soccer in a tabletop format. It is usually played on a specially designed table that features miniature soccer players attached to rotating rods. The objective of the game is to maneuver these miniature players to strike a small ball into the opponent's goal.

   The foosball table typically consists of a rectangular surface with raised edges, resembling a soccer field. The surface is divided into two halves, each representing a team's territory, and there are typically four rods on each side that control the players. The players are arranged in fixed formations, such as 1-2-5-3, with different player configurations being used for offensive and defensive moves.

   During the game, players use the rods to twist, turn, and slide the miniature players to kick the ball. The rods are manipulated by gripping handles at the ends and can be rotated 360 degrees to control the movements of the players. Foosball requires good hand-eye coordination, quick reflexes, and strategic thinking as players aim to outwit their opponents and score goals.

   Foosball is popular in recreational areas, game rooms, and bars, providing an entertaining and competitive experience for players of all ages. It is often played as a social activity, fostering friendly competition and camaraderie among the participants. The game can be enjoyed in singles or doubles format, and tournaments and championships are held worldwide to showcase the skills of top foosball players.

Top Common Misspellings for FOOSBALL *

• fooseball 85.7142857%
• fooball 14.2857142%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for FOOSBALL

• forstall
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• foorstall
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• foosbahl
• foosbawl
• fusball
• forcball
• Roosall
• Foosboll
• Footstalle

Etymology of FOOSBALL

The word "foosball" is derived from the German term "Fußball", which directly translates to "football" in English. In German, "Fuß" means "foot", while "ball" means "ball". The game of foosball, also known as table soccer or table football, was invented in the early 20th century and gained popularity in Europe, particularly in Germany. The English version of the term "fußball" became "foosball", which is now commonly used to refer to the game in English-speaking countries.