Play

/plˈe‍ɪ/

/ˈpɫeɪ/

Definitie & Betekenis van "play"

to play

WERKWOORD

spelen, zich vermaken

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

1.1

spelen, deelnemen

to take part in a game or activity for fun

1.2

spelen, doen alsof

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

spelen, deelname

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

Transitive

2.1

spelen, leggen

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

2.2

slaan, spelen

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

2.3

spelen, aanstellen

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

2.4

spelen, verplaatsen

(in the game of chess) to move a piece

2.5

spelen, optreden

to assume a particular position or role in a sports team

spelen, uitvoeren

to perform music on a musical instrument

Ditransitive

3.1

spelen, uitvoeren

to have the ability to play a musical instrument well

3.2

spelen, begeleiden

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

spelen, vertolken

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

4.1

spelen, doen alsof

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

afspelen, spelen

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

5.1

afspelen, spelen

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

spelen, optreden

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

6.1

spelen, voordragen

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

spelen, flonken

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

samenwerken, meedoen

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

spelen, manipuleren

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

spelen, een rol spelen

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

spelen, zich bezighouden met

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

spelen, uitputten

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

spelen, weddenschap plaatsen

to wager or stake money in a game of chance

weddenschappen plaatsen, spelen

to make wagers on the outcome of events or races

spuiten, stromen

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

behandelen, omgaan

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

Play

ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD

spel, vertier

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.

spel, inzet

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