Definition of the word playfully

Pronunciation of vocabulary playfully

playfullyadverb

một cách vui tươi

/ˈpleɪfəli//ˈpleɪfəli/

Origin of the word playfully

The word "playfully" has its roots in Old English. The prefix "play-" comes from the Old English word "plegan," which means "to play" or "to frolic." This verb is likely related to the Proto-Germanic word "*plegiz," which also meant "to dance" or "to leap about." The suffix "-fully" is a derivative of the Old English suffix "-ful," which is used to form adverbs indicating manner or quality, as in "quickly" or "happily." The word "playfully" has been in use since the 14th century and originally meant "in a playful manner" or "with playful intention." Over time, the meaning has expanded to include connotations of carefree, lighthearted, and even whimsical behavior. Today, "playfully" is used to describe a range of behaviors, from friendly teasing to creative and imaginative endeavors.

Vocabulary summary playfully

typeadverb

meaningplayful, humorous

meaningplayful; not serious

Example of vocabulary playfullynamespace

meaning

in a way that is full of fun and wanting to play

theo cách đầy thú vị và muốn chơi

  • The puppy playfully pulled a bit of her dress.

    Con chó tinh nghịch kéo váy cô một chút.

  • The siblings playfully chased each other around the backyard, giggling and laughing as they tried to avoid being tagged.

    Hai anh em đùa giỡn đuổi bắt nhau quanh sân sau, cười khúc khích khi cố gắng tránh bị chạm vào.

  • The dog wagged its tail and nuzzled its owner's hand playfully, hoping for a treat.

    Con chó vẫy đuôi và dụi đầu vào tay chủ một cách vui vẻ, hy vọng được thưởng thức món ăn.

  • The children played a game of catch with a Frisbee, tossing it back and forth with delightful playfulness.

    Những đứa trẻ chơi trò ném đĩa Frisbee, ném qua lại với sự vui thích thích thú.

  • The couple danced cheek to cheek, swaying and spinning with a playful, romantic flourish.

    Cặp đôi này khiêu vũ má kề má, lắc lư và quay tròn với sự vui tươi, lãng mạn.

meaning

in a way that is made or done in fun; in a way that is not serious

theo cách được thực hiện hoặc làm một cách vui vẻ; theo cách không nghiêm túc

  • Maria playfully punched him in the chest.

    Maria đùa giỡn đấm vào ngực anh ta.

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