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spielen info.

Tips to remember the German word “spielen”:

1. Associate “spielen” with the English word “play” by thinking of children playing with a SPInning wheEL – Spiel-en.
2. Consider similar-sounding English words, like “spiel,” which means a lengthy or fast speech or story (though it is not related in meaning, the sound and spelling are similar).
3. Use a mnemonic, such as picturing someone saying “I’ll play the spy,” which phonetically sounds a bit like “spielen.”

Explanations:
The verb “spielen” in German is the equivalent of “to play” in English. It encompasses a broad range of activities from playing games or sports to playing musical instruments.

Other words that mean the same thing:
– “zocken” is a more informal term commonly used for playing video games or gambling.
– “musizieren” is specifically used for playing music.

Alternate meanings and slang:
– In the context of music, “spielen” can also mean to perform, as in an orchestra performing a symphony.
– It can also imply pretending or acting, similar to the English “playing a role.”
– In informal settings, “spielen lassen” meaning “to let play,” can sometimes be used metaphorically to indicate allowing someone freedom or to do as they please.

Examples of sentences that use “spielen”:

1. Die Kinder spielen im Park. (The children are playing in the park.)
2. Ich spiele jeden Samstag Fußball. (I play soccer every Saturday.)
3. Kannst du Klavier spielen? (Can you play the piano?)
4. Sie spielen heute Abend im Theater. (They are performing tonight at the theater.)
5. Wir spielen oft Brettspiele zu Hause. (We often play board games at home.)
6. Er spielt mit dem Gedanken, umzuziehen. (He’s toying with the idea of moving.)
7. Lass uns ein Spiel spielen! (Let’s play a game!)

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