How Do You Spell SPECTATOR?

Pronunciation: [spɛktˈe͡ɪtə] (IPA)

The word spectator is spelled as /ˈspɛktətər/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It starts with the /s/ sound, followed by the /p/ sound, and then the /ɛ/ sound. The following syllable is pronounced as /kt/ and ends with the /ər/ sound. Spectator refers to a person who watches an event or performance without taking part in it. So, when you see someone watching a movie in a cinema or observing a football match from the stands, you can call them a spectator.

SPECTATOR Meaning and Definition

1. A spectator is an individual who observes or watches an event, performance, or situation without actively participating in it. Derived from the Latin word "spectare" meaning "to watch," a spectator is someone who is present in a gathering or assembly to witness an occurrence without any direct involvement. Spectators can be found in various settings, such as sports stadiums, theaters, art galleries, conferences, or any public event where others are engaged in an activity.

   Synonymous with an observer or onlooker, a spectator abstains from active involvement and instead assumes the role of a bystander. They typically maintain a passive stance, often for entertainment, education, cultural enrichment, or to gain knowledge. Spectators observe the actions, movements, performances, or developments taking place around them, often experiencing a sense of detachment or distance from the main event or participants.

   The term "spectator" is widely used to describe individuals in a passive role who are present to witness and potentially appreciate the spectacle before them. It can also imply a lack of direct influence, participation, or contribution to the events unfolding. In some cases, spectators may have limited interactions with the participants or performers, but their primary purpose is to observe rather than actively engage. The significance of spectators extends to diverse fields, including sports, entertainment, science, culture, and society as a whole.

2. A looker-on; an observer; a witness.

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

Top Common Misspellings for SPECTATOR *

• specator 50%
• spectater 33.3333333%

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Other Common Misspellings for SPECTATOR

• spectar
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Etymology of SPECTATOR

The word "spectator" originated from the Latin term "spectātor", which is derived from the verb "spectāre", meaning "to watch". The root of this word is "specere", which means "to look" or "to observe".

Similar spelling words for SPECTATOR

• spectate,
• spectacles,
• sposato,
• spector,
• specter,
• spectacular,
• spicate,
• spectrometer,
• spectrogram,
• spectre,
• spectrometry,
• spiccato,
• Specht,
• spectacle,
• spectacled,
• spectrograph,
• spectrum,
• spectral.

Plural form of SPECTATOR is SPECTATORS