Cool MateMeaning of Leisure
time when you are not working or studying; free time
In simple words: Free time when you can relax or do things you enjoy.
Leisure in a sentence
- These days we have more money and more leisure to enjoy it.
- Make the most of your **leisure time**!
- These days we have increased opportunities for leisure.
- **leisure activities/pursuits**
- public parks and **leisure facilities**
- the leisure industry *(= the business of providing leisure activities)*
- Spend the afternoon at leisure in the town centre.
- Let's have lunch so we can talk at leisure.
- I suggest you take the forms away and read them at your leisure.
How to use Leisure
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly refers to activities done for enjoyment, like hobbies or vacations. Not appropriate in very formal reports or professional settings focused on work.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'leisure' as 'leave-your-work', a time to relax.
Related words
Synonyms for Leisure
- recreation
- relaxation
- free time
- downtime
- pastime
Common mistakes with Leisure
- Confused with 'leisurely', which describes how something is done, not the time itself.
- Omitting it in nouns like 'leisure activities' or 'leisure time'.
Leisure appears in
Leisure in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وقت الفراغ
وقت فراغ يمكنك فيه الاسترخاء أو القيام بأشياء تستمتع بها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অবসর
অবসর সময় যখন আপনি আরাম করতে পারেন বা আপনার পছন্দের কাজ করতে পারেন।
- GermanDeutsch
Freizeit
Freie Zeit, in der du dich entspannen oder Dinge tun kannst, die dir Spaß machen.
- SpanishEspañol
Ocio
Tiempo libre en el que puedes relajarte o hacer cosas que disfrutas.
- Persianفارسی
فراغت
زمان آزاد که میتوانید استراحت کنید یا کارهایی که دوست دارید انجام دهید.
- FrenchFrançais
Loisir, Temps libre
Temps libre où tu peux te détendre ou faire des choses que tu aimes.
- Hindiहिन्दी
फुर्सत
खाली समय जब आप आराम कर सकते हैं या उन चीजों को कर सकते हैं जिनका आप आनंद लेते हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Tempo libero
Tempo libero in cui puoi rilassarti o fare cose che ti piacciono.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Lazer, Tempo livre
Tempo livre em que podes relaxar ou fazer coisas de que gostas.
- RussianРусский
Досуг, Свободное время
Свободное время, когда можно отдохнуть или заняться любимыми делами.
- Urduاردو
فراغت، فرصت
فالتو وقت جب آپ آرام کر سکتے ہیں یا وہ کام کر سکتے ہیں جو آپ کو پسند ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
休闲
可以放松或做自己喜欢的事情的空闲时间。
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Frequently asked questions about Leisure
What does Leisure mean?
Free time when you can relax or do things you enjoy.
What is the definition of Leisure?
time when you are not working or studying; free time
How do you use Leisure in a sentence?
These days we have more money and more leisure to enjoy it.
Can you give another example of Leisure?
Make the most of your **leisure time**!
What are synonyms for Leisure?
Common alternatives include recreation, relaxation, free time, downtime, pastime.
What is the opposite of Leisure?
Opposite meanings include work, labor.
What words go with Leisure?
It commonly pairs with have, hours, time, activities.
What are common mistakes when using Leisure?
Confused with 'leisurely', which describes how something is done, not the time itself. Omitting it in nouns like 'leisure activities' or 'leisure time'.
How do you pronounce Leisure?
US: /["/ˈliːʒər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈleʒə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Leisure?
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly refers to activities done for enjoyment, like hobbies or vacations. Not appropriate in very formal reports or professional settings focused on work.
What CEFR level is Leisure?
"Leisure" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.