playing area

• Espace ou surface délimité(e) où se déroule un jeu, un sport ou une activité récréative, comme un terrain, un court ou une aire de jeux.

A designated space or surface where a game, sport, or recreational activity takes place, such as a field, court, or playground.

1. Designated sports fieldA2formal

   A specific area or space designed for playing a sport or game.

   aire de jeu

   • The children ran onto the playing area as soon as the bell rang.
   • The playing area for tennis is marked with white lines.
   • The referee inspected the playing area before the match.

2. General activity spaceA2informal

   Any space used for recreational activities or games.

   aire de jeu

   • The park has a large playing area for kids.
   • We need to clear the playing area of rocks and debris.
   • The playing area was too small for the football game.