games
Translation
games, matches, sports meeting, tricks
Examples
Children love playing games in the park.
Children love playing games in the park.
The Olympic Games are held every four years.
The Olympic Games are held every four years.
I'm tired of his silly mind games.
I'm tired of his silly mind games.
Grammar Patterns
((to play games)) to participate in games We used to play games all afternoon.
((the ... Games)) a specific sporting event She competed in the Commonwealth Games.
((mind games)) psychological manipulation He's just playing mind games with you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: activities, sports, competitions, pastimes
Etymology
From Old English 'gamen' meaning 'joy, fun, amusement'.
Memory Tips
Think of all the different types of games: board games, video games, sports games.