Definition of "play"

Kid-friendly meaning of play, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "play" mean?

play (verb) — to do something fun.

Part of speechVerb Syllables1 (play)

Example sentences using "play"

Grade K–2
Let's play tag!
Grade 3–5
I play soccer after school every Tuesday.
Grade 6–8
He learned to play the guitar entirely by watching tutorials.

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