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plays

Pronunciation: [/pleɪz/]

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plays: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use plays in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “games”

(noun) activities or performances that involve fun and entertainment, typically involving rules or roles. It's like when you're playing a game or pretending to be someone else in a play.

Example

The children put on plays for their parents during the school event.

Example

He doesn't enjoy watching plays because he finds them boring.

Example

Have you ever been in any school plays before?

Context: “games”

(verb) taking part in a sport or game, or pretending to be someone in a performance. It's like when you play a game of soccer with friends or act as a character in a play.

Example

She plays the piano beautifully.

Example

He never plays with his little sister; he prefers to be alone.

Example

Do you want to play a game of chess with me?

How to pronounce plays

Pronunciation: [/pleɪz/]

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