VERB
spielen/ˈʃpiːlən/to play; to act; to perform
spielen is a German verb that means to play, to act, or to perform. It is pronounced /ˈʃpiːlən/. In conjugation, the simple past is "spielte" and the past participle is "gespielt".
Definitions
1.to participate in a game, sport, or recreational activity(activity or game)
a.use toys or games, especially as a child
Die Kinder spielen im Garten.—The children are playing in the garden.
b.take part in a competitive sport or game
Er spielt Fußball im Verein.—He plays soccer in a club.
2.to play a musical instrument or perform music(musical performance)
a.produce music with an instrument
Sie spielt Klavier.—She plays piano.
3.to act in a stage play or film(theater or film)
a.portray a role
Er spielt die Hauptrolle in dem Film.—He plays the main role in the film.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | spielen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | spiele |
| Present (du) | spielst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | spielt |
| Preterite (ich) | spielte |
| Participle II | gespielt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | spielte |
| Imperative (singular) | spiel |
| Imperative (plural) | spielt |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "spielen" mean in English?
- "spielen" means to play, to act, or to perform. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "spielen"?
- "spielen" is pronounced /ˈʃpiːlən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "spielen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "spielen" is "gespielt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "spielen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "spielen" becomes "spielte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "spielen"?
- "spielen" is a verb in German.
