Playfulness

/ˈpleɪ.fəl.nəs/

चंचलता; खेलभावना; विनोदप्रियता

Origin & History

From English playful + the noun-forming suffix -ness; playful is from play (Old English plegian/plega ‘to play; play, exercise’) + -ful.

अंग्रेज़ी playful + संज्ञा बनाने वाला प्रत्यय -ness; playful बना है play से (पुरानी अंग्रेज़ी plegian/plega: ‘खेलना; खेल/क्रीड़ा’) + -ful।

Definition

Playfulness is a cheerful, light, and teasing attitude or behavior that expresses fun and ease rather than seriousness; it can appear in speech, actions, humor, or interaction.

चंचलता/खेलभावना वह गुण है जिसमें व्यक्ति हल्के-फुल्के, मज़ाकिया या छेड़छाड़ भरे ढंग से व्यवहार करता है; यह गंभीरता के बजाय आनंद, सहजता और हास्य को दर्शाती है।

Parts of Speech

Noun:
Her playfulness made the long meeting feel less tense.
उसकी चंचलता ने लंबी बैठक को कम तनावपूर्ण बना दिया।

Usage Examples

The puppy’s playfulness kept everyone entertained.
A little playfulness can improve teamwork and trust.
His comment was meant as playfulness, not an insult.
She balanced professionalism with warmth and playfulness.
Their playfulness turned into a friendly game.

Antonyms

Seriousness Solemnity Gravity Austerity Earnestness Somberness

Related Forms

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Idioms & Phrases

With a touch of playfulness
थोड़ी-सी चंचलता/खेलभावना के साथ
In a spirit of playfulness
खेलभावना के भाव से; मज़ाक के तौर पर
A hint of playfulness
चंचलता की हल्की-सी झलक