🇪🇸 How to say

“to play” in Spanish

jugar
Illustration of "to play" in a Spanish cultural setting
A group of children laughing as they kick a soccer ball in a sunny park, with parents watching from a nearby bench.

Usage note

Use 'jugar' for playing games or sports, often followed by 'a' for specific activities, like 'jugar al tenis' (to play tennis).

Examples

  • Los niños juegan en el parque.

    The children play in the park.

  • Me gusta jugar al fútbol.

    I like to play soccer.

  • ¿Quieres jugar conmigo?

    Do you want to play with me?

Quick check

What does "jugar" mean?

  • A. to play
  • B. to look
  • C. to seem
  • D. to give

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