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The class went outside for playtime.
What does Playtime mean?
Playtime is time for playing.
Dictionary definition
A time set aside for playing, relaxing, or having fun.
Example sentences
Playtime in a sentence
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Playtime gave everyone a chance to move and laugh.
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The schedule balanced study time, reading time, and playtime.
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Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to playtime?
Recess is close in meaning to playtime.
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Playtime
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WordPlaytime.
Partnoun.
MeaningPlaytime is time for playing.
ExampleExample: The class went outside for playtime.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- play · time
- Strongest beat
- play
- Ending
- time
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on play.
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Synonyms
Words like Playtime
recessA break time for play at school.
free timeTime available for chosen activities.
Antonyms
Opposite words
work timeTime set aside for tasks.
study timeTime used for learning or practice.
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Word family
Playtime word family
Base word
playtime
noun
playtimes
Plural form used for more than one play period.
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Hint for students
Playtime is time for playing.
Common mix-up
Playtime is not the same as work time. Playtime means playtime is time for playing.
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Read this model sentence: Playtime gave everyone a chance to move and laugh. Clue words: everyone, chance, move. Underline clue words that show why playtime fits instead of work time. Now write one new sentence that shows playtime without using the word playtime. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show playtime?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Playtime gave everyone a chance to move and laugh." Why does playtime fit better than work time?
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