How Do You Spell REFEREE?

Pronunciation: [ɹˌɛfəɹˈiː] (IPA)

The word "referee" is spelled with two e's, even though we only hear one in its pronunciation. The reason for this is because the first e, which is followed by two consonants, acts as a silent vowel. The second e, on the other hand, represents the vowel sound in the second syllable of the word. The IPA phonetic transcription of "referee" is /ˌrɛfəˈri/. This indicates that the first syllable rhymes with "left," the second syllable has the short "i" sound like in "lid," and the final syllable rhymes with "free."

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REFEREE Meaning and Definition

  1. A referee is an impartial individual appointed to oversee and officiate sports competitions or other competitive activities, ensuring fair play and adherence to established rules and regulations. Acting as an arbitrator, the referee impartially enforces the rules, monitors player conduct, and makes decisions in situations where disputes or conflicts arise during the game or activity.

    In sports, particularly team and contact sports like football, basketball, or hockey, the referee holds a position of authority and is responsible for upholding the integrity of the game. They have the power to stop, restart, or suspend the match, as well as administer penalties or disciplinary actions, such as issuing warnings, awarding free kicks or penalties, or even ejecting players for serious infractions. A referee must possess a comprehensive understanding of the sport's rules, regulations, and procedures to effectively fulfill their duties.

    Referees play a vital role in maintaining the flow and safety of the game, ensuring that all participants have an equal opportunity to compete without the advantage of unfair tactics or rule violations. They often serve as the ultimate decision-maker when disputes or controversial incidents occur, relying on their judgment and expertise to make fair and accurate rulings. The referee's objective and unbiased approach contribute to the overall fairness and credibility of the competition, creating an environment where the participants can compete with confidence and trust in the officiating process.

  2. One to whom anything is referred for hearing or decision.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of REFEREE

The word "referee" originated from the Middle English word "referre", which means "to refer". This Middle English term was derived from the Old French word "referre", which also means "to refer". Both of these words trace their origins back to the Latin word "referre", which means "to bring back" or "to carry back". In the context of sports, a referee is someone who is responsible for making decisions and enforcing rules, ultimately "bringing back" or maintaining order and fairness in a game or match.

Similar spelling words for REFEREE

Plural form of REFEREE is REFEREES

Conjugate verb Referee

CONDITIONAL

I would referee
you would referee
he/she/it would referee
we would referee
they would referee

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be refereeing
you would be refereeing
he/she/it would be refereeing
we would be refereeing
they would be refereeing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have referee
you would have referee
he/she/it would have referee
we would have referee
they would have referee

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been refereeing
you would have been refereeing
he/she/it would have been refereeing
we would have been refereeing
they would have been refereeing

FUTURE

I will referee
you will referee
he/she/it will referee
we will referee
they will referee

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be refereeing
you will be refereeing
he/she/it will be refereeing
we will be refereeing
they will be refereeing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have refereed
you will have refereed
he/she/it will have refereed
we will have refereed
they will have refereed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been refereeing
you will have been refereeing
he/she/it will have been refereeing
we will have been refereeing
they will have been refereeing

IMPERATIVE

you referee
we let´s referee

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to referee

PAST

I refereed
you refereed
he/she/it refereed
we refereed
they refereed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was refereeing
you were refereeing
he/she/it was refereeing
we were refereeing
they were refereeing

PAST PARTICIPLE

refereed

PAST PERFECT

I had refereed
you had refereed
he/she/it had refereed
we had refereed
they had refereed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been refereeing
you had been refereeing
he/she/it had been refereeing
we had been refereeing
they had been refereeing

PRESENT

I referee
you referee
he/she/it referees
we referee
they referee

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am refereeing
you are refereeing
he/she/it is refereeing
we are refereeing
they are refereeing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

refereeing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have refereed
you have refereed
he/she/it has refereed
we have refereed
they have refereed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been refereeing
you have been refereeing
he/she/it has been refereeing
we have been refereeing
they have been refereeing

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