recreation
gb/ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən/ us/ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 2600
kikapcsolódás, szabadidős tevékenység
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] enjoys [recreation]
Hiking is a popular form of recreation in this region.
A túrázás népszerű kikapcsolódási forma ezen a vidéken.
The city built a new recreation center with a swimming pool and gym.
A város új szabadidőközpontot épített úszómedencével és edzőteremmel.
Recreation is important for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
The park offers many recreation opportunities for families.
She spends most of her recreation time reading novels.
Learner examples
I enjoy swimming for recreation.
Szeretek kikapcsolódásként úszni.
The park is good for recreation.
A park jó hely a kikapcsolódásra.
Recreation helps people feel happy.
My favorite recreation is playing football.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'recreation' with 're-creation', which means creating something again. The meanings are different and the pronunciation also differs slightly.
Meaning
leisure activity for enjoyment
Collocations
outdoor recreation
|recreation center
|recreation area
|recreation program
|recreation facilities
Synonyms
leisure (Refers to free time itself, not necessarily the activities.)
|
pastime (Often refers to a specific hobby or regular activity.)
Antonyms
work (The opposite of non-work activities; time spent doing a job.)
Themes
daily life
|lifestyle
|health
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Fun things you do when you are not working.
Activities that people do for pleasure and relaxation when they are not working.
Grammar
Dictionary form
recreation
IPA
GB/ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən/
US/ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
re - cre - ation (3 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ation)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: recreation
- Plural: recreation, recreations
Word family
Forms
recreations
noun
Core family
recreational
adjective B2
Related words
recreate
verb B2
recreationally
adverb
Expressions
outdoor recreation
1/ˈaʊtdˌɔɹ ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
leisure activities done outdoors
Fun activities you do outside, like walking, camping, or cycling.
Examples
- Outdoor recreation is very popular in the summer months.
- The park offers many options for outdoor recreation.
recreation area
1/ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən ˈɛɹiə/
fixed phrase
place for leisure activities
A place where people can go to relax or have fun, such as a park or sports field.
Examples
- The lake has a large recreation area with picnic tables and walking trails.
- This recreation area is perfect for family gatherings.
recreation center
1/ɹˌɛkɹiˈeɪʃən sˈɛntɚ/
fixed phrase
public facility for leisure
A building where people can do sports, games, and other fun activities.
Examples
- The town's new recreation center includes a gym and swimming pool.
- Many teenagers spend their evenings at the local recreation center.