Play

/plˈe‍ɪ/

/ˈpɫeɪ/

Definition & Bedeutung von "play"

to play

VERB

spielen, sich amüsieren

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

1.1

spielen, teilnehmen

to take part in a game or activity for fun

1.2

spielen, vortäuschen

to assume a role or character during a game or playful activity

spielen, teilnehmen

to participate in a game or sport to compete with another individual or another team

Transitive

2.1

spielen, ablegen

(in card games) to place a card face-up on the table, revealing its value

2.2

schlagen, spielen

to strike a ball with a part of one's body or an object

2.3

spielen, einsetzen

to assign someone to assume a particular role and position and take part in a match

2.4

spielen, bewegen

(in the game of chess) to move a piece

2.5

spielen, agieren

to assume a particular position or role in a sports team

spielen

to perform music on a musical instrument

Ditransitive

3.1

spielen, interpretieren

to have the ability to play a musical instrument well

3.2

spielen, begleiten

to provide musical accompaniment for someone's movement in a specified direction

spielen, darstellen

to represent the role of a particular character in a play, movie, etc.

4.1

spielen, vortäuschen

to behave as if one is someone else with a different personality or characteristics

abspielen, spielen

to activate a device, such as a disc or music player, to produce audio or display recorded images

5.1

abspielen, spielen

(of a music player, DVD player, musical instrument, etc.) to generate or produce recorded images or sounds

spielen, aufführen

(of a band, theater company, etc.) to perform at a particular place

6.1

spielen, aufführen

(of plays or shows) to be performed and presented before an audience

spielen, fließen

to appear or move quickly and lightly, particularly in a way that often changes shape or direction

mitspielen, zusammenarbeiten

to be willing to cooperate with others, particularly to complete a particular task or goal

spielen, hantieren

to manipulate or handle something in a playful, often aimless or idle, manner

spielen, eine Rolle spielen

to actively influence or impact a situation, event, or outcome

spielen, sich beschäftigen mit

to engage in an activity or task with a lighthearted or casual approach

spielen, ermüden lassen

to let a fish tire itself out by pulling against the line before bringing it in

spielen, wette

to wager or stake money in a game of chance

wetten, spielen

to make wagers on the outcome of events or races

sprudeln, ausstoßen

(of a fountain or other source of water) to send out a steady flow of water

handhaben, verwalten

to address or handle a situation according to the specified approach or strategy

Play

SUBSTANTIV

Spiel, Unterhaltung

an activity that is done for fun, mostly by children

What is "play"?

Play refers to an activity done for enjoyment, amusement, or recreation, often involving imagination, creativity, or physical movement. It is usually done in a relaxed, informal setting and can include a wide range of activities such as games, sports, or other fun activities. Play can be solo or involve other people, and it is common in both children and adults. Examples of play include playing board games, sports like soccer, or simply playing with toys. Play helps reduce stress, encourage social interaction, and support learning and development.

Spiel, Wette

the act of engaging in a game or activity for stakes, aiming to win a prize, often involving payment for participation