B1
referee vs umpire
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| refereenoun/ˌref.əˈriː/ | Meaning the official who controls a sports match and makes sure players follow the rules | Goes with referee blows the whistle | Example The referee blew the whistle and ended the game after ninety minutes. |
| umpirenoun/ˈʌm.paɪr/ | Meaning a person who watches a game such as tennis or baseball and makes sure the rules are followed | Goes with — | Example The umpire called the ball out, and the player shook his head. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She works as a for the local youth basketball league.