How to Pronounce "backfield"
word
ˈbækˌfiɫd
BAK-feeld
bˈækfiːld
BAK-feeld
Definition
In American football, the backfield is the area behind the line of scrimmage and the group of players who line up behind the front line, usually including running backs and the quarterback.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækˌfiɫd
British English
bˈækfiːld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-feeld
UK
BAK-feeld
Listen in Context
The quarterback stands in the backfield before the play starts.
There are usually three players in the offensive backfield.
The ball was handed off to a player in the backfield.
The defense blitzed and put pressure on the backfield all game long.