Noun
/pleɪ deɪ/
The term "play-day" refers to a designated day, usually for children, set aside for play or recreational activities instead of regular school or work. It often implies a day filled with games, fun, and relaxation.
The term "play-day" is relatively informal and is often used in contexts involving children, schools, and recreational programs. It is not as widely used in formal writing; instead, it is more prevalent in spoken contexts, particularly among parents, educators, and in social settings.
The kindergarten is organizing a play-day at the local park.
El jardín de infantes está organizando un día de juegos en el parque local.
On the play-day, the children will have various activities to choose from.
En el día de juegos, los niños tendrán varias actividades para elegir.
We look forward to the annual family play-day in the community.
Esperamos con ansias el día de juegos familiar anual en la comunidad.
The term "play-day" itself does not frequently appear in idiomatic expressions. However, it is associated with the broader theme of childhood play and recreation, which can be integrated into idioms related to leisure and enjoyment. Here are a few example sentences that capture the essence of leisure and play, although they may not directly employ "play-day."
It's all fun and games until someone gets hurt.
Todo es diversión y juegos hasta que alguien se lastima.
Let’s take a rain check on work and have a play-day instead!
¡Tomemos un cheque de lluvia para el trabajo y tengamos un día de juegos en su lugar!
After a long week, it's nice to let my hair down and have some fun on the weekend.
Después de una larga semana, es agradable relajarme y divertirme el fin de semana.
The term "play-day" is a compound word formed from "play," which derives from Old English plegian, meaning "to engage in activity for enjoyment" and "day," which comes from the Old English dæg. The combination suggests a specific timeframe designated for playful activities.