Games - Skill and Spinning Toys

Here you will learn some English words related to skill and spinning toys such as "yo-yo", "skip-it", and "kendama".

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begleri [noun]

a Greek skill toy with a string and beads or weights used for flipping and spinning tricks between fingers

Ex: The shop sells different types of begleri , including metal and wooden ones .

a small, elastic ball made from rubber or similar materials that, when thrown or dropped, bounces back with high energy and is commonly used for play and games

Ex: He bought a colorful bouncy ball from the vending machine at the grocery store .
ball [noun]

a round object that is used in games and sports, such as soccer, basketball, bowling, etc.

Ex: She caught the ball with her glove during the baseball game .

a traditional toy consisting of a series of wooden blocks held together by ribbons or strings, which, when flipped, appear to cascade down in a continuous loop, creating an illusion of movement and providing entertainment and fascination

Skip-It [noun]

a popular outdoor toy and physical activity that involves a hoop attached to a rope, which players swing around their ankle and then jump over as it rotates, challenging coordination and balance while providing fun exercise

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a large, inflatable ball typically made of plastic or vinyl, used for recreational beach games and activities, often colorful and lightweight for easy tossing and play

Ex: During the picnic , everyone took turns hitting the beach ball back and forth .
kite [noun]

a diamond shape frame covered with a paper or cloth with a string attached to it that can fly in the wind

kendama [noun]

a traditional Japanese skill toy consisting of a handle with three cups and a spike, with players attempting to perform tricks and stunts by catching the ball on different parts of the toy

Ex: My little brother got a kendama for his birthday and ca n’t stop playing with it .
yo-yo [noun]

a toy made of a pair of joined discs with a thick groove and a string attached to its center that swings up and down given enough momentum

a traditional Chinese toy that consists of two cups connected by a axle and spun using strings attached to two handsticks, allowing players to perform various tricks, balances, and juggling stunts

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a traditional toy that spins around a central axis when set in motion

Ex: Spinning tops have been popular toys for centuries , enjoyed by children around the world .

a palm-sized toy in the form of a flat disc with two or three prongs attached around a central bearing that helps people who have trouble concentrating

Ex: When I feel stressed , I sometimes spin my fidget spinner to calm down .
frisbee [noun]

a round plastic disc used in some games that people can throw and catch in the air

Ex: She threw the frisbee high into the air , and he caught it with ease .

a plastic ring that can be swung around one’s middle section of body by moving their hips

Ex: I bought a colorful hula-hoop from the store to use during my workout .
pinwheel [noun]

a classic handheld toy that consists of a paper or plastic wheel with blades attached to a stick, which spins when blown by the wind, creating a colorful and mesmerizing visual effect. It is often used for outdoor play or as a decorative item for festive occasions

clackers [noun]

a traditional toy made of two hard plastic balls attached to a string, which users rhythmically swing up and down to make the balls "clack" together, creating a clicking sound, and they require skill and coordination to manipulate

Ex: My younger brother loves his clackers , but sometimes the string gets tangled , and he has to fix it .

a curved, flat, or V-shaped throwing tool typically made of wood, designed to fly in a circular path and return to the thrower when properly thrown, and it is used for recreational play or as a hunting tool by certain indigenous cultures

Slinky [noun]

a toy that consists of a coiled spring that can stretch and compress, allowing it to perform various tricks and movements

Toroflux [noun]

a mesmerizing kinetic toy made of interconnected metal rings that can be compressed and expanded to create a mesmerizing flowing and spiraling motion, making it a fascinating and enjoyable toy for play and relaxation

Ex: I could n't stop playing with the Toroflux because it was so mesmerizing .
Bilibo [noun]

a versatile and colorful toy shaped like an open-ended shell, providing children with endless opportunities for imaginative play and creative activities, as it can be used as a seat, spinning toy, container, or even a hat

Ex: After playing with the Bilibo for hours , they came up with a new game involving balancing on it .

a type of toy that requires manual dexterity, practice, and skill to use effectively, often involving tricks and techniques for impressive performance

Ex: After a few weeks of practice , he finally mastered the most difficult trick with his skill toy .