Play

/plˈe‍ɪ/

/ˈpɫeɪ/

Définition et Signification de "play"

to play

VERBE

jouer

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

1.1

jouer

to take part in a game or activity for fun

1.2

jouer, faire semblant

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

jouer, participer

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

Transitive

2.1

jouer, poser

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

2.2

frapper, jouer

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

2.3

jouer, faire jouer

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

2.4

bouger

(in the game of chess) to move a piece

2.5

jouer, évoluer

to assume a particular position or role in a sports team

jouer, interpréter

to perform music on a musical instrument

Ditransitive

3.1

jouer, interpréter

to have the ability to play a musical instrument well

3.2

jouer, accompagner

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

jouer, interpréter

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

4.1

jouer

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

jouer, lancer

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

5.1

jouer

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

jouer, se produire

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

6.1

jouer, se jouer

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

apparaître, jouer

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

coopérer

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

jouer, manipuler

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

jouer, avoir un rôle

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

jouer, s'amuser à

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

jouer, laisser tirer

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

jouer, parier

to wager or stake money in a game of chance

parier, jouer

to make wagers on the outcome of events or races

couler, ruisseler

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

gérer, manipuler

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

Play

NOM

jeu

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.

jeu, paris

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