toy

• Substantiv, das einen Gegenstand bezeichnet, der zum Spielen, Vergnügen oder Zeitvertreib dient, meist für Kinder.

A noun referring to an object designed for play, amusement, or entertainment, typically for children.

1. PlaythingA1formal

   An object for children to play with, often designed for entertainment or education.

   Spielzeug

   • The child received a new toy for his birthday.
   • She keeps her toys in a large box under the bed.
   • Educational toys help develop problem-solving skills.

   Synonymebaublegewgawknickknackplaythingtrinket

2. Small object for amusementA2informal

   A small object or device used for amusement or entertainment, not necessarily for children.

   Spielzeug

   • He collects vintage toy cars from the 1950s.
   • The dog's favorite toy is a squeaky rubber bone.
   • She bought a stress-relief toy for her desk.

   Synonymebaublegewgawgimcrackknickknacknoveltyplaythingtrifletrinket

• Verb, das das Spielen oder den spielerischen, oft gedankenlosen Umgang mit etwas bezeichnet oder das gedankliche Herumspielen mit einer Idee ohne ernsthafte Absicht.

A verb used to indicate the act of playing or handling something idly, or considering an idea without serious intent.

1. Play or fiddle withB1informal

   To handle something idly or playfully, often without serious intent.

   Spielen oder herumspielen

   • She toyed with her necklace while thinking.
   • He was toying with a pen during the meeting.
   • Stop toying with your food and eat it.

   Synonymedallyfiddlefoolmessplaytrifletwiddle

2. Consider casuallyB2informal

   To think about something in a casual or indecisive way.

   Mit dem Gedanken spielen

   • I've been toying with the idea of moving abroad.
   • He toyed with the thought of quitting his job.
   • She toyed with the possibility of starting her own business.

   Synonymedallyflirtplaytrifle

Phrasal-Variantentoy with