I like playing basketball

I like playing basketball(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. me gusta jugar baloncesto
I like playing basketball and watching the NBA games.Me gusta jugar baloncesto y ver los partidos de la NBA.
b. me gusta jugar al baloncesto
What sports do you like? - I like playing basketball and volleyball.¿Cuáles deportes te gustan? - Me gusta jugar al baloncesto y al voleibol.
c. me gusta jugar básquetbol
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
(Latin America)
I like playing basketball. I think I'm a good player.Me gusta jugar básquetbol. Creo que soy un buen jugador.
d. me gusta jugar al básquetbol
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
(Latin America)
I like playing basketball, but I love playing soccer more.Me gusta jugar al básquetbol, pero más me gusta jugar al fútbol.
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