遊ぶ
あそぶ
asobu
verbVocabularyLevel 1 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

遊ぶ (あそぶ (asobu)) means "to play (games, sports)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to play (games, sports)

Also : to play · to enjoy oneself

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

Imagine a giant, bouncy ball named "Asobu" that rolls everywhere without ever stopping. You can't keep it contained, so you have to chase it around the playground forever.

Example Sentences

まいにち、遊びます。

まいにち、あそびます。

I like to play (games, sports).

私は遊びます。

わたしはあそびます。

I can play (games, sports).

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