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synonym Comparative
あそびます
VS
あそぶ

Differences Between "あそびます" and "あそぶ"

Option A
あそびます
Meaning
to play, to hang out
Reading
あそびます (asobimasu)
Syllabus Level
N5
Practical Example
公園で子供たちがあそびます。
Children play in the park.
Option B
あそぶ
Meaning
to play, to have fun, to hang out
Reading
あそぶ (asobu)
Syllabus Level
N5
Practical Example
公園で友達と遊びます。
I play with friends in the park.

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使い分け解説:
- あそびます: The polite form of 遊ぶ (asobu). Can mean to play (for children), or to hang out/have fun (for adults).
- あそぶ: Often used for children playing, or adults having leisure time/hanging out. Can also mean to visit somewhere for pleasure.
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