der Schiri
Translation
referee, umpire
Examples
Der Schiri pfiff ein Foul.
The referee blew for a foul.
Die Entscheidung des Schiris war umstritten.
The referee's decision was controversial.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) as subject The Schiri is impartial.
Similar Words
Unparteiischer (impartial one)
Etymology
Short form of 'Schiedsrichter' (referee), from 'Schied' (dispute) + 'Richter' (judge).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Schiri' as the 'sheriff' of the game, making the calls.