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    Joué (en. Plays)

    /ʒwe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Execution of an action in a playful or theatrical context.
    He played an important role in this play.
    Il a joué un rôle important dans cette pièce.
    Participating in a game or sport.
    We played football yesterday.
    Nous avons joué au football hier.
    Producing music with an instrument.
    She played the piano during the concert.
    Elle a joué du piano lors du concert.
    Interacting with something for a specific purpose.
    He played with his smartphone.
    Il a joué avec son smartphone.

    Etymology

    The verb 'jouer' comes from the Latin 'iocāre', meaning 'to make a joke'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    playing hide and seek
    Participating in a child's game where one hides and the other seeks.
    jouer à cache-cache
    playing with fire
    Taking reckless risks.
    jouer avec le feu
    play the game
    Acting in accordance with rules or expectations.
    jouer le jeu

    Related Words

    player
    Person who plays a game or sport.
    joueur
    game
    Playful activity done for fun or competition.
    jeu
    to play
    Action of participating in a game or acting in a given context.
    jouer

    Slang Meanings

    Spending time in a relaxed or playful way.
    We're going to have some fun tonight.
    On va jouer un peu ce soir.
    Criticizing or ridiculing someone in a playful manner.
    Stop playing with him, he takes it seriously.
    Arrête de jouer avec lui, il prend ça au sérieux.