How Do You Spell SIDELINE?

Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪdla͡ɪn] (IPA)

The word "sideline" is spelled /ˈsaɪdlaɪn/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It begins with the "s" sound, followed by the "ai" diphthong, represented by /aɪ/. This is followed by the "d" sound and the "l" sound, represented by /d/ and /l/ respectively. The final syllable ends with the "ai" diphthong and the "n" sound, represented by /aɪ/ and /n/. The spelling accurately reflects the pronunciation of the word. Sidelines are commonly found in sports fields to mark the boundaries of play.

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Common Misspellings
Etymology
Similar spelling words
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SIDELINE Meaning and Definition

  1. Sideline is a noun that refers to a secondary or additional occupation or activity pursued in addition to one's primary job or career. It can also denote a role or position held by a person that is not his or her primary focus. For instance, a teacher who engages in freelance writing as a source of supplemental income has a sideline. Similarly, a professional football player who owns a restaurant, which he operates alongside his athletic career, has a sideline business.

    In sports, sideline can refer to the boundary line that marks the perimeter of the field or court. It is often demarcated by a solid or dashed line and serves as a visual reference for players, referees, and spectators. The sideline separates the playing area from the area reserved for coaches, substitutes, and other team personnel. Additionally, the term sideline is used to describe the area where team staff, such as coaches and trainers, observe the game and provide instructions to the players.

    Furthermore, sideline can be used figuratively to indicate someone's level of involvement or engagement in a particular matter. If someone is described as being on the sidelines, it means they are not actively participating or taking a direct role in the situation. They may be observing from a distance or not involved in decision-making or action. The term is commonly used to highlight the lack of influence, importance, or impact of a person or group in a given situation.

Common Misspellings for SIDELINE

Etymology of SIDELINE

The word "sideline" originated in the late 18th century and is derived from the combination of two words: "side" and "line".

The word "side" comes from the Old English word "sīde", which means "side or flank". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*sīdō", meaning "longitudinal division of a thing".

The term "line" also has Old English roots, coming from the word "līne", which signifies a mark or stroke. It can be traced back to the Latin word "linea", meaning "line, string, or rope".

When combined, "sideline" essentially implies a line or division at the side. In sports and other contexts, it refers to a boundary or demarcation line on the side of a field or court where players who are not currently participating in the game wait or observe.

Similar spelling words for SIDELINE

Plural form of SIDELINE is SIDELINES

Conjugate verb Sideline

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you sideline
we let´s sideline

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sideline

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

sidelined

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I sideline
you sideline
he/she/it sidelines
we sideline
they sideline

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

sidelining

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been sidelining
you have been sidelining
he/she/it has been sidelining
we have been sidelining
they have been sidelining
I would have sidelined
we would have sidelined
you would have sidelined
he/she/it would have sidelined
they would have sidelined

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