Play in Tagalog

“Play” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Laro” (noun) or “Maglaro” (verb), referring to activities done for enjoyment, recreation, or performance. Discover the full range of meanings and usage examples below!

[Words] = Play

[Definition]:

• Play /pleɪ/
• Noun 1: Activity engaged in for enjoyment and recreation
• Noun 2: A dramatic work for the stage or to be broadcast
• Verb 1: To engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose
• Verb 2: To take part in (a sport or game)
• Verb 3: To perform on (a musical instrument)

[Synonyms] = Laro, Maglaro, Dula, Palabas, Paglalaro, Laruin, Tumugtog

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The children love to play in the park every afternoon.
• Ex1_PH: Ang mga bata ay mahilig maglaro sa parke tuwing hapon.
• Ex2_EN: She will play the piano at the concert tonight.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay tutugtog ng piano sa konsiyerto ngayong gabi.
• Ex3_EN: Our school is staging a play about Philippine history.
• Ex3_PH: Ang aming paaralan ay nagtatatag ng dula tungkol sa kasaysayan ng Pilipinas.
• Ex4_EN: He wants to play basketball professionally.
• Ex4_PH: Gusto niyang maglaro ng basketball nang propesyonal.
• Ex5_EN: Let’s play a game of chess after dinner.
• Ex5_PH: Maglaro tayo ng chess pagkatapos ng hapunan.