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play in Latin

play in Latin is lūdus, fabula, iocō — play means to engage in an activity purely for fun or recreation.

play in Latin

lūdus
noun
fabula
noun
(countable) A theatrical performance featuring actors.
lūdus
noun
(countable) A theatrical performance featuring actors.
iocō
verb
(intransitive) To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
lūdō
verb
(intransitive) To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
ludere
verb
(intransitive) To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
lūdō
verb
(transitive, intransitive) To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
ludere
verb
(transitive, intransitive) To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
ludo
verb
(transitive, intransitive) To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
cano
verb
(transitive, intransitive, especially, of a, person) To produce music using a musical instrument.
sono
verb
(transitive, intransitive, especially, of a, person) To produce music using a musical instrument.
inflo
verb
(transitive, intransitive, especially, of a, person) To produce music using a musical instrument.

What does "play" mean?

  1. verb To engage in an activity purely for fun or recreation.
    "The kids played in the garden until it got dark."
  2. verb To take part in a sport or game.
    "She plays tennis every Saturday morning."
  3. verb To perform music, or operate a device so that it produces sound or video.
    "He plays the guitar in a local band."
  4. verb To act the part of a character in a film, play, or performance.
    "She played the lead role in the school production."

play in a sentence

  • The kids played in the garden until it got dark.
  • Puppies play by chasing and wrestling with each other.
  • She plays tennis every Saturday morning.
  • He plays the guitar in a local band.

Similar words in Latin

Common Latin translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "play" in Latin?

"play" in Latin is lūdus, fabula, iocō. play means: To engage in an activity purely for fun or recreation.

How do you use "play" in a sentence?

Example: "The kids played in the garden until it got dark." In Latin, "play" is lūdus, fabula, iocō.

Are there other ways to say "play" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 9 translations listed for "play": lūdus, fabula, iocō, lūdō, ludere, ludo.

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