Juegos (en. Games)

/xuˈɣeos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of activities that involve an element of competition or fun.
The games at the fair are very popular among children.
Los juegos en la feria son muy populares entre los niños.
Activities that use rules and structures to entertain participants.
A board game night was organized with friends.
Se organizó una noche de juegos de mesa con amigos.
Instruments or elements used for playing.
I have a collection of card games.
Tengo una colección de juegos de cartas.
verb
To participate in a recreational or competitive activity.
The children play in the park after school.
Los niños juegan en el parque después de la escuela.
To use something in a playful or fun way.
She plays with her dolls every day.
Ella juega con sus muñecas todos los días.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'jocus', which means joke or game.

Common Phrases and Expressions

board games
Leisure activities played on a flat surface, usually with a board.
juegos de mesa
Olympic Games
International sporting competitions held every four years.
juegos olímpicos
gambling games
Activities that involve betting and are subject to luck.
juegos de azar

Related Words

player
A person who participates in a game.
jugador
to play
To engage in a recreational or competitive activity.
jugar
electronic games
Video games or recreational activities that take place on electronic devices.
juegos electrónicos

Slang Meanings

Intense and carefree fun.
That party was all fun; we all had a great time.
Esa fiesta fue pura juego, todos la pasamos genial.
A behavior or attitude of not being serious.
Don’t take this lightly; this is important.
No me tomes el juego, esto es importante.