プレーする

• Reading: ぷれーする
• Romaji: puree suru
• Pronunciation: /pɯ.ɾeː.sɯ.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To play; to participate in a sport or game.

A Group 3 (suru) verb combining the katakana noun プレー (play) with する. Used specifically for playing sports, games, or performing in athletic competitions. Not used for playing music (演奏する) or playing with toys (遊ぶ). The noun form プレー refers to a play or move in sports. Also written as プレイする, with both spellings being common.

Examples

1. 彼はプロとしてサッカーをプレーしている。 He plays soccer professionally.
2. けがをしても最後までプレーし続けた選手に拍手が送られた。 The crowd applauded the player who kept playing to the end despite being injured.
3. 海外でプレーする日本人選手が増えている。 The number of Japanese players competing overseas is on the rise.

Usage Guide

Context: sports, gaming, athletics, competitions

Tone: energetic

Origin & History

From English 'play' + する. The katakana プレー entered Japanese through sports terminology. The elongated vowel ー reflects the English pronunciation, though プレイ (with イ) is an equally common spelling.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal