Translation of Japanese word "遊ぶ" to English
遊ぶ
あそぶ
[asobu]
IPA: /asoɓu/
Meaning
VerbTo act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
How to use
遊ぶ (asobu) — 'to play / hang out / relax'. Group 1. 友達と遊ぶ — hang out with friends. 遊びに行く — go out to have fun.
🇬🇧 English
to play / hang out
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 遊ぶ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): あそぶ
Romaji Transcription: asobu
Example Sentences
私たちは遊ぶことが好きです。
わたしたちはあそぶことがすきです。
We like to play.
彼女は友達と遊ぶことが好きです。
かのじょはともだちとあそぶことがすきです。
She likes to play with her friends.
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Common phrases
- 友達と遊ぶ— to hang out with friends
Frequency rank: #373 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "遊ぶ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "遊ぶ" means "to play / hang out" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "遊ぶ"?▼
The word "遊ぶ" is read as "あそぶ" (asobu). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "遊ぶ"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "On school holidays, you can play with your friends.".
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