Play in Meaning in English
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
PLAY-in
plˈeɪ/ /ˈɪn
PLAY-in
Definition
To participate in a game, match, or performance in a particular place, event, or group (such as a stadium, league, or movie).
Usage & Nuances
'Play in' is usually followed by a place, event, group, or type of competition (e.g., 'play in the World Cup', 'play in a band'). It can refer to both sports and performing arts. Not typically used for playing with toys or casual playing ('play with' is used there).
Spanish: jugar enPortuguese (BR): jogar emPortuguese (PT): jogar emChinese (Simplified): 在...比赛Chinese (Traditional): 在...比賽Hindi: में खेलनाArabic: يلعب فيBengali: এ খেলোRussian: играть вJapanese: 〜でプレーするVietnamese: chơi ởKorean: ~에서 경기하다 - ~에서 연주하다Turkish: oynamak (bir yerde/ligde)Urdu: میں کھیلناIndonesian: bermain di
Example Sentences
He will play in the football match tomorrow.
basic
I want to play in a famous orchestra someday.
basic
She used to play in the school band.
basic
Did you know he used to play in the national basketball league?
natural
It was my dream to play in a movie when I was a kid.
natural
Our team is excited to play in the finals next week.
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