German word

Fifa

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfiːfa/

Meaning

  • feminine nounFIFA

Example

Die Fifa organisiert die Weltmeisterschaft.

FIFA organizes the World Cup.

Illustration for Fifa (FIFA)

More examples

Beim Fifa-Kongress wurde die anhaltende Kritik an der Organisation thematisiert.

At the FIFA Congress, the ongoing criticism of the organization was discussed.

Core concept

A global coordinating body linking national football associations and running major international tournaments.

Common phrases

  • Kritik an der Fifa

    criticism of FIFA

  • Fifa-Kongress

    FIFA Congress

Similar words

Verband: An organization representing members in a sport or professional field.
UEFA: European organization responsible for overseeing football.
DFB: Short form for Germany's national football association.

Definition in German

Die FIFA bezeichnet den weltweiten Verband der nationalen Fußballverbände und organisiert internationale Wettbewerbe wie die Weltmeisterschaft.

Word origin

Fifa is an acronym formed from the French name Fédération Internationale de Football Association.

Usage tips

  • In German, Fifa is feminine, so standard usage is die Fifa and der Fifa rather than an English-style unmarked name.

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