παίζω
paízo/ˈpe.zo/
The Greek verb for 'play' (to act in a manner such that one has fun) is παίζω (paízo).
Meaning: act in a manner such that one has fun (verb)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The form παίζω is the first-person singular present indicative form, meaning 'I play'. Other forms of this verb include παίζεις for 'you play' (second-person singular), παίζει for 'he/she/it plays' (third-person singular) and παίζουν for 'they play' (third-person plural).
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is paízo (/ˈpe.zo/). The stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- While παίζω means 'play', the Greek word for a 'play' in a theater is θεατρικό έργο, which literally translates to 'theatrical work'.
- The verb παίζω can also carry the connotation of 'teasing' or 'trifling' with someone, depending on the context of the interaction.
- In certain contexts, παίζω can be used to describe the wind 'playing' or rustling through the leaves, giving the nature a human-like quality.
Examples in context
- Παίζω με τον γιο μου.I play with my son.This sentence demonstrates using παίζω to express playing with a person.Tatoeba #5550050 by Zeus, translation #436913 by lukaszpp
- Πού και πού παίζω γκολφ.Occasionally I play golf.This sentence shows using παίζω in the context of a sport.Tatoeba #9391939 by lefterav, translation #9401054 by Nylez
- Μ' αρέσει να παίζω πόκερ.I like to play poker.This sentence shows using παίζω in the context of a card game.Tatoeba #5494260 by Zeus, translation #3621164 by weihaiping
- Ο ηθοποιός παίζει ρόλο στη θεατρική παράσταση.The actor plays a role in the theatrical performance.
- Ο μουσικός παίζει με πάθος το βιολί.The musician plays the violin with passion.
- Η οικογένεια διασκεδάζει στο πάρκο.The family is having fun at the park.
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Example conversation
Maria and Dimitris are talking about their children.
- Μαρία MariaΤι κάνουν τα παιδιά τώρα;Ti kanoun ta paidia tora?What are the children doing now?
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΠαίζω μαζί τους στον κήπο.Paizo mazi tous ston kipo.I am playing with them in the garden.
- Μαρία MariaΦαίνονται πολύ χαρούμενοι!Fainontai poly charoumeni!They look very happy!
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΝαι, τους αρέσει να παίζω μαζί τους.Nai, tous aresei na paizo mazi tous.Yes, they love it when I play with them.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “play” translations and entries παίζω, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
