Play a big part Meaning in English
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɪɡ/ /ˈpɑɹt
PLAY uh BIG PART
plˈeɪ/ /æɪ/ /bˈɪɡ/ /pˈɑːt
PLAY uh BIG PAHT
Definition
To be very important in making something happen or in contributing to a situation or outcome.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal speech to highlight importance or influence. Often used with 'in'—'play a big part in'. Similar: 'play a key role', 'be instrumental in'. Not literal—refers to influence, not acting on stage.
Spanish: tener un papel importante - ser clavePortuguese (BR): ter um papel importante - ser fundamentalPortuguese (PT): ter um papel importante - ser fundamentalChinese (Simplified): 起重要作用Chinese (Traditional): 起重要作用Hindi: महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभानाArabic: يلعب دوراً كبيراً - يكون له دور مهمBengali: গুরুত্বপূর্ণ ভূমিকা রাখা - বড় ভূমিকা পালন করাRussian: большую роль играть - сыграть важную рольJapanese: 大きな役割を果たすVietnamese: đóng vai trò lớnKorean: 큰 역할을 하다Turkish: büyük rol oynamakUrdu: اہم کردار ادا کرناIndonesian: berperan besar
Example Sentences
Teachers play a big part in children's lives.
basic
Exercise plays a big part in staying healthy.
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Weather plays a big part in farmers' work.
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Social media plays a big part in how people get news these days.
natural
Luck played a big part in our success, but we also worked hard.
natural
Fresh ideas always play a big part in keeping a team motivated.
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