Jugarás (en. You will play)

/xuɣaˈɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To engage in a playful activity that involves competition or recreation.
Tomorrow you will play with your friends in the park.
Mañana jugarás con tus amigos en el parque.
To take part in a sport or game.
If you work hard, you will play on the school team.
Si te esfuerzas, jugarás en el equipo escolar.
To participate in a function or role in a play or film.
In next month's play, you will play the main role.
En la obra del próximo mes, jugarás el papel principal.

Etymology

From Latin 'jucare', which means 'to amuse' or 'to give joy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

play ball
To participate in a ball game.
jugar a la pelota
play with fire
To take risks that can be dangerous.
jugar con fuego
play an important role
To have a significant role in a situation.
jugar un papel importante

Related Words

game
Recreational activity or competition.
juego
player
Person who participates in a game or sport.
jugador
playability
The ability of a game to be played.
jugabilidad

Slang Meanings

To be in a complicated situation.
When you enter the meeting, you will be playing on dangerous ground.
Cuando entres a la reunión, jugarás en un terreno peligroso.
To act in a clever or strategic manner.
You have to play your cards well if you want to get ahead.
Tienes que jugar bien tus cartas si quieres salir adelante.