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    Jugaba (en. I was playing)

    /xuˈɣaβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    The action of participating in a game or sport.
    When I was a child, I played every day in the park.
    Cuando era niño, jugaba todos los días en el parque.
    To carry out an activity that involves fun or entertainment.
    She always played with dolls with her friends.
    Ella siempre jugaba a las muñecas con sus amigas.
    To interpret a role in a play or movie.
    In the play, he played the role of the hero.
    En la obra, él jugaba el papel del héroe.

    Etymology

    From the Latin verb 'iucare', which means 'to play'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    played at being
    Expresses the action of pretending to be something or someone during play.
    jugaba a ser
    played in the street
    Refers to playing in public spaces, typically in childhood.
    jugaba en la calle
    played with fire
    Means to take risks or get involved in a dangerous situation.
    jugaba con fuego

    Related Words

    game
    Recreational activity that involves rules and points.
    juego
    player
    A person who plays.
    jugador
    to play
    Verb that refers to participating in games or recreational activities.
    jugar

    Slang Meanings

    To play intensely and competitively.
    In the league, everyone played big.
    En la liga, todos jugaban a lo grande.
    To spend time playing with friends in a relaxed manner.
    Over the weekend we played at home until dawn.
    El fin de semana jugamos en casa hasta la madrugada.