Play

/plˈe‍ɪ/

/ˈpɫeɪ/

"play"の定義と意味

to play

動詞

遊ぶ, 楽しむ

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

1.1

遊ぶ, 参加する

to take part in a game or activity for fun

1.2

遊ぶ, 役割を演じる

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

プレイする, 参加する

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

Transitive

2.1

プレイする, 置く

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

2.2

打つ, プレイする

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

2.3

プレイする, 任命する

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

2.4

プレイする, 動かす

(in the game of chess) to move a piece

2.5

プレーする, 役割を果たす

to assume a particular position or role in a sports team

演奏する, プレイする

to perform music on a musical instrument

Ditransitive

3.1

演奏する, 引く

to have the ability to play a musical instrument well

3.2

演奏する, 伴奏する

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

演じる, プレイする

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

4.1

演じる, ふざける

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

再生する, プレイする

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

5.1

再生する, 演奏する

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

演奏する, 公演する

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

6.1

演じる, 上演する

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

遊ぶ, 跳ねる

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

協力する, 参加する

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

遊ぶ, いじる

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

プレイする, 役割を果たす

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

遊ぶ, 楽しむ

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

プレイする, 疲れさせる

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

プレイする, 賭ける

to wager or stake money in a game of chance

賭ける, プレイする

to make wagers on the outcome of events or races

噴出する, 流れ出る

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

対処する, 扱う

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

Play

名詞

遊び, 娯楽

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.

遊び, 賭け

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