English Word · Intermediate
play
To kid
Pronunciation: /pleɪ/
Meaning
To kid; to joke; to say something for amusement; to act, or to treat something, unseriously.
Example
I'm only playing; I didn't mean to upset you.
I'm only playing; I didn't mean to upset you.
Practice tips
- Practice play out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.