das Spielzeug
Translation
toy, plaything
Examples
Das Kind spielt mit seinem Spielzeug.
The child is playing with their toy.
Im Kinderzimmer liegt viel Spielzeug.
There are a lot of toys in the children's room.
Grammar Patterns
to play with ((sth.)) to play with sth. The child is playing with the toy.
Similar Words
die Spielfigur (game piece), die Puppe (doll)
Etymology
From 'Spiel' (play) + 'Zeug' (stuff, gear). Literally 'play stuff'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'Zeug' means 'stuff'. So, 'Spielzeug' is simply 'stuff for playing'.