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    Makipaglaro (en. Play)

    ma-ki-pag-la-ro

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action or act of participating in a game or activity with the intention of having fun.
    I want to play with the kids in the park.
    Gusto kong makipaglaro sa mga bata sa parke.
    The practice or development of skills through play.
    He loves to play basketball to become better.
    Mahilig siyang makipaglaro ng basketball upang maging mas mahusay.
    Participation in a competitive game or tournament.
    They expect to compete against opponents in the finals.
    Inaasahan nilang makipaglaro sa mga kalaban sa finals.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'laro' meaning 'game' or 'play' and 'makipag' meaning 'to engage in'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to play bingo
    the activity of playing bingo usually done at gatherings;
    makipaglaro ng bingo
    to play with a friend
    the involvement in a game with a friend;
    makipaglaro ng friend

    Related Words

    game
    an activity involving two or more people, where there are rules and objectives.
    laro
    joy
    a state of being happy or joyful, often caused by participating in games.
    kasiyahan

    Slang Meanings

    to cool off or mingle
    Join us! Let's hang out and enjoy with them!
    Sama ka na! Makipaglaro tayo sa kanila, enjoy pa!
    to chat or catch up
    Do you want to hang out while we chat?
    Gusto mo ba makipaglaro habang nagkukwentuhan kami?
    to bond or have fun together
    It's fun to hang out with friends at the park!
    Ang saya makipaglaro sa mga kaibigan sa park!