den Schiedsrichtern
Translation
(to the) referees
Examples
Der Trainer spricht mit den Schiedsrichtern.
The coach is talking to the referees.
Er gibt den Schiedsrichtern die Hand.
He shakes hands with the referees.
Grammar Patterns
((with sb.)) to speak ((with sb.)) The coach is speaking with the referees.
((sb.)) ((sth.)) to give ((sb.)) ((sth.)) He gives his hand to the referees.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Unparteiische (the impartial one), der Spielleiter (game leader)
Etymology
From 'scheiden' (to separate, decide) + 'Richter' (judge). Someone who judges a dispute.
Memory Tips
The '-n' on 'Schiedsrichtern' is the classic dative plural ending, often seen after prepositions like 'mit' or 'zu'.