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VocabJLPT N1

playing at (something)

Suffix

Definitions

1. playing at (something)
2. game of make-believe

This suffix is attached to a noun to describe a type of pretend play where someone imitates or acts as if they were something or someone else. It is most commonly associated with children's games, like playing house or playing pirates.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Stop playing boss and lecturing me!

Sentence 2

Wait, you're seriously still playing at being in a relationship?

Sentence 3

I can see you playing cat under the desk!

Sentence 4

So... was that just a little pretend apology and we're done?

Sentence 5

Why are you suddenly playing boss now? That's actually hilarious!