Play a part in Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɑɹt/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn

PLAY uh PART in

UK

plˈeɪ/ /æɪ/ /pˈɑːt/ /ˈɪn

play uh PAHT in

Definition

To have an influence on or contribute to the outcome of something. Used when something or someone is involved in causing or shaping an event or result.

Usage & Nuances

Slightly formal and common in news, research, and analysis. Often used for contributions of people, groups, or factors: 'play a part in success', 'weather played a part in the accident'. Not to be confused with acting in a play (theater). Synonyms: 'contribute to', 'influence'.

• Spanish: influir en - desempeñar un papel en
• Portuguese (BR): desempenhar um papel em - influenciar em
• Portuguese (PT): desempenhar um papel em - influenciar em
• Chinese (Simplified): 在…中起作用 - 对…有影响
• Chinese (Traditional): 在…中起作用 - 對…有影響
• Hindi: भूमिका निभाना
• Arabic: يلعب دورًا في
• Bengali: ভূমিকা রাখা - অংশগ্রহণ করা
• Russian: роль сыграть - участвовать
• Japanese: 役割を果たす - 関与する
• Vietnamese: đóng vai trò - góp phần
• Korean: 역할을 하다 - 기여하다
• Turkish: rol oynamak - katkıda bulunmak
• Urdu: کردار ادا کرنا - حصہ ڈالنا
• Indonesian: berperan dalam - turut andil

Example Sentences

Many people play a part in making a movie.

basic

Weather can play a part in travel delays.

basic

Parents play a part in their children's education.

basic

Exercise definitely plays a part in keeping you healthy.

natural

Luck played a part in their victory, but skill was important too.

natural

Did my advice play a part in your decision?

natural