玩
play; tease; view; antique
Meanings
6 senses · 30 examplesverb
to play; to have fun
informalOften used with the diminutive suffix 儿 in colloquial speech, refers to casual recreation.
Don't play with fire, it's dangerous.
The kids are having a great time playing in the park.
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I like playing games at home on weekends.
The children are playing hide-and-seek on the playground.
Don't play on the road, it's unsafe.
verb
to engage in; to play (a game/activity)
informalOften followed by a specific activity noun, often used with the diminutive suffix 儿 in spoken Chinese.
Let's go play football together this weekend.
He likes playing poker to relax in the evening.
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Many young people like playing computer games.
He sometimes plays the lottery with his friends.
I like practicing calligraphy as a hobby on weekends.
verb
to use; to play (a trick)
informalThis sense has a slightly derogatory connotation
He always uses tricks to deceive customers.
Stop using underhanded tactics against your colleagues.
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He used a little clever trick to avoid the inspection.
This person always likes to play dirty tricks.
Don't play gimmicks to fool everyone.
verb
to treat lightly; to tease; to trifle with
formalUsed for treating something or someone without due seriousness, often has a negative connotation.
We must not trifle with the country's laws.
His cynical, play-it-all-light attitude is very off-putting.
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Don't toy with other people's feelings.
He dabbled in power tactics for years and finally ended up disgraced.
Serious academic topics must not be treated lightly.
verb
to view; to enjoy; to appreciate
literaryRefers to leisurely viewing or enjoying scenery, art, or natural beauty.
Our whole family will enjoy the full moon together during Mid-Autumn Festival.
Ancient scholars liked to travel and enjoy mountains and rivers.
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This art museum has many artworks worth appreciating.
Spring has arrived, and everyone has gone to the park to enjoy spring flowers.
He likes to appreciate antiques in his spare time.
noun
antique; curio
formalRefers to collectible items with historical or artistic value, often shortened to 古玩.
This shop sells all kinds of antique curio.
He has collected many precious antiques.
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This museum exhibits literary curios from the Qing Dynasty.
He makes a living by identifying antiques.
This antique can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty.