play
play
Meaning of play
take part in a game
参加游戏
Pronunciation
play with Chinese translation
play usage examples
The kids are playing in the yard.
孩子们在院子里玩。
On weekends we play games together.
周末我们一起玩游戏。
play synonyms
What's the difference between play, join in, take part in, and participate in
Advanced: broader words
join a game or activity already going on
ENCome and join in the game!
participate in any event, not just a game
ENShe takes part in the school play.
more formal: take part
ENThey participate in the annual tournament.
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play belongs to the topic "Pets →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.
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Questions about this word
play meaning: what does it mean?
take part in a game
play pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
play is pronounced as /pleɪ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
play definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
孩子们在院子里玩。 Translation: The kids are playing in the yard.
Is play part of Pets vocabulary?
Yes, play can be learned in the Pets topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is play part of Living Beings vocabulary?
Yes, play can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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