entertain

US /en.t̬ɚˈteɪn/
UK /en.t̬ɚˈteɪn/
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1.

intrattenere, divertire

provide (someone) with amusement or enjoyment

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He hired a clown to entertain the children.
Ha assunto un clown per intrattenere i bambini.
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The band played music to entertain the crowd.
La band ha suonato musica per intrattenere la folla.
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2.

intrattenere, prendere in considerazione

consider an idea or suggestion and allow for the possibility of it

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She refused to entertain the thought of failure.
Si rifiutò di intrattenere il pensiero del fallimento.
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The committee would not entertain any further proposals.
Il comitato non avrebbe preso in considerazione ulteriori proposte.
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3.

ospitare, ricevere

receive guests and provide them with food and drink

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They often entertain friends at their home.
Spesso ospitano amici a casa loro.
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She loves to cook and entertain.
Ama cucinare e ospitare.
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