0
Peixinha Posted 20 years ago
Vocabulary

play a role

Hello,

Does "play a role" mean "play an importanto role"?

Thank you,
  

Top answer

It depends on the context but no, not necessarily.

— Nona the brit

  • It depends on the context but no, not necessarily.
Free · every Monday

Get the Weekly English Kit 📬

New words, one handy idiom, and a 2-minute quiz — delivered to your inbox to keep your streak alive.

4 Answers
0
It depends on the context but no, not necessarily.
0
0
Dear nona the brit,

Thank you for your reply.

So, this could mean "play an important role" without the word "important"

depending on the context, right?

Regards,
0
0
"Play a role" is a neutral phrase. When someone plays a role in something, that person doesn’t necessarily bring about any changes in the eventual outcome. When someone plays an important role in something, that person is most likely very influential in the eventual outcome.
0
0
Thank you very much for your reply.

Now I understand.

:-)
0

Related Questions