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playful

The correct spelling is playful.

How to pronounce playful

adjective

IPA: /ˈpleɪfəl/

Say it like: Pla-yfu-l

The correct spelling is playful. Liking play, prone to play frequently, such as a child or kitten; rather sportive. For example: "Actually, we are pretty playful in our romantic life."

Usage Examples

Actually, we are pretty playful in our romantic life.

A party hat is a playful conical hat people wear at parties.

A brainteaser is a playful puzzle posed as a test of intelligence.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Liking play, prone to play frequently, such as a child or kitten; rather sportive.
  2. 2.Funny, humorous, jesting, frolicsome.
  3. 3.Fun, recreational, not serious.
  4. 4.Experimental.

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