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UK/["/ækˈtɪvəti/"]/US/["/ækˈtɪvəti/"]/

Meaning of Activity

In simple words: Something you do, like a sport or a game.

Activity in a sentence

  • My favorite activity is painting.
  • We planned an outdoor activity for the weekend.
  • The teacher organized an interesting activity for the students.
  • Physical activity is important for a healthy lifestyle.
  • We need to track the activity of the animals in the park.

How to use Activity

Use 'activity' in contexts discussing hobbies, events, or tasks. Avoid it in very formal documents where precise terms are preferred.

Grammar pattern

activity + verb (e.g., participate in an activity)

Memory hint

Think of 'activity' as 'act' + 'ivity', where you are always acting!

Related words

Collocations with Activity

Synonyms for Activity

Opposites of Activity

  • inactivity
  • idleness

Common mistakes with Activity

  • Using 'activity' as a verb (it is a noun).
  • Saying 'activities of daily living' instead of the correct phrase.
  • Confusing 'activity' with 'action' in some contexts.

Compare Activity with Task, Event, Exercise, Action, Pursuit

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Frequently asked questions about Activity

What does Activity mean?

Something you do, like a sport or a game.

What is the definition of Activity?

a thing that you do for interest or pleasure

How do you use Activity in a sentence?

My favorite activity is painting.

Can you give another example of Activity?

We planned an outdoor activity for the weekend.

What are synonyms for Activity?

Common alternatives include task, event, exercise, action, pursuit.

What is the opposite of Activity?

Opposite meanings include inactivity, idleness.

What words go with Activity?

It commonly pairs with frantic, frenetic, heightened, burst, flurry, level, conduct, do, perform, a hive of activity, a sign of activity, frantic, frenetic, heightened, burst, flurry, level, conduct, do, perform, a hive of activity, a sign of activity.

What are common mistakes when using Activity?

Using 'activity' as a verb (it is a noun). Saying 'activities of daily living' instead of the correct phrase. Confusing 'activity' with 'action' in some contexts.

How do you pronounce Activity?

US: /["/ækˈtɪvəti/"]/, UK: /["/ækˈtɪvəti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Activity?

Use 'activity' in contexts discussing hobbies, events, or tasks. Avoid it in very formal documents where precise terms are preferred.

What CEFR level is Activity?

"Activity" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.