A1 Collocation Neutral

Jugar al fútbol

To play football

Practice it

Meaning

The activity of participating in a soccer game.

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Cultural Background

Soccer is a religion. You will hear 'jugar al fútbol' constantly in daily life. Soccer is the most popular sport. Local leagues are very common.

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The 'a' rule

Always use 'a' after 'jugar' for sports.

Meaning

The activity of participating in a soccer game.

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The 'a' rule

Always use 'a' after 'jugar' for sports.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct form.

Ellos quieren ___ fútbol.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: jugar al

Jugar requires 'a' and fútbol is masculine, so 'al'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct form. Fill Blank A1

Ellos quieren ___ fútbol.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: jugar al

Jugar requires 'a' and fútbol is masculine, so 'al'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

In some regions, yes, but 'jugar al fútbol' is the standard.

Related Phrases

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Ver un partido

contrast

To watch a match

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Entrenar fútbol

similar

To train for soccer

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