places
word · lemma: place
/ˈpɫeɪsəz/
PLAY-suhz
/plˈeɪsɪz/
PLAY-siz
Definition
Plural of "place." It means locations, areas, or spaces where people go, live, meet, or do things.
Usage & Nuances
Very common and neutral. Often used for physical locations: "good places to eat," "public places," "different places." Don't confuse it with the verb "places" in sentences like "She places the book on the table."
Spanish: lugares - sitiosPortuguese (BR): lugares - locaisPortuguese (PT): lugares - sítiosChinese (Simplified): 地方 - 场所Chinese (Traditional): 地方 - 場所Hindi: जगहें - स्थानArabic: أماكن - مواقعBengali: জায়গাRussian: местаJapanese: 場所Vietnamese: địa điểmKorean: 장소Turkish: yerler - mekanlarUrdu: جگہیںIndonesian: tempat
Example Sentences
There are many places to visit in this city.
basic
We know some quiet places near the lake.
basic
Children should not go to dangerous places alone.
basic
This app helps you find cool places to hang out.
natural
I've lived in a lot of places, but this one feels like home.
natural
We checked a few places before deciding on this apartment.
natural