Play fair Meaning in English
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈfɛɹ
PLAY FAIR
plˈeɪ/ /fˈeə
PLAY FAIR
Definition
To act honestly and follow the rules, especially in a game or competition.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used to talk about games, sports, or any competition. Can also mean acting honestly in general. It's often used to tell someone not to cheat: 'Let's play fair.' Slightly informal and positive in tone.
Spanish: jugar limpio - ser justoPortuguese (BR): jogar limpo - ser justoPortuguese (PT): jogar limpo - ser justoChinese (Simplified): 公平竞争 - 公平行事Chinese (Traditional): 公平競爭 - 公平行事Hindi: ईमानदारी से खेलना - निष्पक्ष रहनाArabic: اللعب بنزاهة - اللعب بعدلBengali: ন্যায্যভাবে খেলা - সঠিকভাবে খেলাRussian: играть честноJapanese: 正々堂々とプレーするVietnamese: chơi công bằngKorean: 공정하게 경기하다 - 정직하게 행동하다Turkish: adil oynamakUrdu: ایمانداری سے کھیلناIndonesian: bermain dengan adil
Example Sentences
Please play fair during the game.
basic
I want everyone to play fair.
basic
You should always play fair, even if you lose.
basic
It's not worth winning if you don't play fair.
natural
I trust you’ll play fair and not try to cheat.
natural
Let’s all agree to play fair from the start, okay?
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