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Let's play ball

🇬🇧 UK //lɛts pleɪ bɔːl// 🇺🇸 US //lɛts pleɪ bɔl//

Meaning of Let's play ball

An invitation to engage in a game or fun activity involving a ball.

In simple words: Let's have fun playing a game with a ball.

Let's play ball in a sentence

• When the sun is shining, I often say, 'Let's play ball!' with my friends.
• 'Let's play ball!' became our favorite way to start the weekend.
• At the park, someone shouted, 'Let's play ball!' and everyone joined in.
• During the family reunion, the kids yelled, 'Let's play ball!' as they dashed outside.
• On warm summer evenings, we often hear, 'Let's play ball!' from our neighbors.

How to use Let's play ball

Commonly used among friends or teammates. More casual than formal invitations to play sports. Not used in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine a group of friends tossing a ball around and shouting, 'Let's play ball!'

Related words

Collocations with Let's play ball

• play ball together
• let's play ball outside
• let's play ball now
• let's play ball after school
• let's play ball in the park

Synonyms for Let's play ball

• Let's have fun
• Join me for a game
• Let's play
• Let's have a game
• Let's get together

Common mistakes with Let's play ball

• Confused with 'Let's play a ball' - 'ball' should not be preceded by 'a'.
• Using in overly formal contexts - best for casual situations.
• Assuming it means to literally play with a ball only, when it can also mean to have fun.

Frequently asked questions about Let's play ball

What does Let's play ball mean?

Let's have fun playing a game with a ball.

What is the definition of Let's play ball?

An invitation to engage in a game or fun activity involving a ball.

How do you use Let's play ball in a sentence?

When the sun is shining, I often say, 'Let's play ball!' with my friends.

Can you give another example of Let's play ball?

'Let's play ball!' became our favorite way to start the weekend.

What are synonyms for Let's play ball?

Common alternatives include Let's have fun, Join me for a game, Let's play, Let's have a game, Let's get together.

What words go with Let's play ball?

It commonly pairs with play ball together, let's play ball outside, let's play ball now, let's play ball after school, let's play ball in the park.

What are common mistakes when using Let's play ball?

Confused with 'Let's play a ball' - 'ball' should not be preceded by 'a'. Using in overly formal contexts - best for casual situations. Assuming it means to literally play with a ball only, when it can also mean to have fun.

How do you pronounce Let's play ball?

US: //lɛts pleɪ bɔl//, UK: //lɛts pleɪ bɔːl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Let's play ball formal or informal?

"Let's play ball" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Let's play ball?

Commonly used among friends or teammates. More casual than formal invitations to play sports. Not used in formal settings.