playful

/ˈpleɪfəl/

Syllables play·ful

Stress PLAY-ful

Phonics Breakdown

play

/pleɪ/

ai/ay

ful

/fəl/

schwa

Meaning

full of fun or high spirits

Sound Reference

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play=/pleɪ/(play) + ful=/fəl/(beautiful)

Example

The puppy is very playful in the park.