Refering vs. Referring: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 15, 2023
The incorrect spelling is "Refering," while the correct spelling is "Referring." Referring means to direct attention or reference to something or someone.
Which is correct: Refering or Referring
How to spell Referring?
Refering is Incorrect
Referring is Correct
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Key Differences
Double the 'r' as in "refer" + "ring" to get "referring."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 15, 2023
Think of the phrase "For real reference, repeat the 'r'," to remember the double 'r.'
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Oct 15, 2023
"Referring" has two 'r's like a railroad track, leading you to the correct reference.
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Oct 15, 2023
Visualize a referee blowing a whistle twice for "referring."
Janet White
Oct 15, 2023
Note that the base verb "refer" changes to "referring" by doubling the 'r' and adding 'ing.'
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Oct 15, 2023
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Refering and Referring Definitions
Referring
Referring indicates directing someone's attention to a specific subject.
She was referring to the recent news article.
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Sep 16, 2023
Referring
Referring can mean mentioning or alluding to something.
I was referring to our earlier conversation.
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Sep 16, 2023
Referring
Referring can also relate to linking or associating something with another concept.
These symptoms are often referring to a deeper issue.
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Sep 16, 2023
Referring
Referring could denote the action of consulting a source for information.
He was referring to the dictionary for correct spelling.
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Sep 16, 2023
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Referring
Referring might suggest delegating or passing something to another entity.
The doctor is referring the patient to a specialist.
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Sep 16, 2023
Referring
To direct to a source for help or information
Referred her to a heart specialist.
Referred me to his last employer for a recommendation.
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Sep 13, 2023
Referring
To submit (a matter in dispute) to an authority for arbitration, decision, or examination.
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Sep 13, 2023
Referring
To assign to or regard as belonging within a particular kind or class
Referred the newly discovered partita to the 1600s.
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Sep 13, 2023
Referring
To relate or pertain; concern
Questions referring to yesterday's lecture.
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Sep 13, 2023
Referring
To serve as a descriptor or have as a denotation
The word chair refers to a piece of furniture.
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Sep 13, 2023
Referring
To speak or write about something briefly or incidentally; make reference
Referred during our conversation to several books he was reading.
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Sep 13, 2023
Referring
To turn one's attention, as in seeking information
Refer to a dictionary.
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FAQs
Why is it called Referring?
It comes from the Latin "referre," meaning to carry back or relate.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 15, 2023
Which vowel is used before Referring?
No specific vowel is commonly used before "Referring."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 15, 2023
What is the plural form of Referring?
"Referring" doesn't have a plural form as it is a gerund.
Sara Rehman
Oct 15, 2023
Which preposition is used with Referring?
"To" is commonly used as in "referring to."
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Oct 15, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Referring?
"And" can be used, for example, "He was referring to this and that."
Janet White
Oct 15, 2023
Is Referring a negative or positive word?
It is neutral; its connotation depends on context.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 15, 2023
What is the singular form of Referring?
"Referring" is a gerund or present participle, so it doesn't have a singular or plural form.
Harlon Moss
Oct 15, 2023
Is Referring a noun or adjective?
It can be a gerund (noun) or a present participle (adjective).
Harlon Moss
Oct 15, 2023
Which article is used with Referring?
"The" can be used depending on context, as in "the referring physician."
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Oct 15, 2023
What is the opposite of Referring?
The opposite could be "ignoring" or "neglecting."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 15, 2023
What is the third form of Referring?
"Referred" is also the past participle of the verb.
Harlon Moss
Oct 15, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Referring?
The second syllable, "fer," is stressed.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 15, 2023
What is the second form of Referring?
"Referred" is the past tense of the verb.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 15, 2023
How is Referring used in a sentence?
Example: The teacher was referring to the guidelines when she made the class rules.
Janet White
Oct 15, 2023
What part of speech is Referring?
It can be a gerund (noun) or a present participle (adjective).
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 15, 2023
Is Referring an abstract noun?
No, it's either a gerund or a present participle.
Sara Rehman
Oct 15, 2023
Is Referring a countable noun?
When used as a gerund, it is an uncountable noun.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 15, 2023
Is the word Referring imperative?
No, it is not imperative; it's descriptive.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 15, 2023
Which determiner is used with Referring?
"The" or "a" can be used depending on context, as in "the referring article" or "a referring link."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 15, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Huma SaeedHuma is a renowned researcher acclaimed for her innovative work in Difference Wiki. Her dedication has led to key breakthroughs, establishing her prominence in academia. Her contributions continually inspire and guide her field.
