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recreational

 

[ ˌrɛkrɪˈeɪʃ(ə)n(ə)l ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

activities

Relating to or denoting activity done for enjoyment when one is not working.

Synonyms

amusement, entertainment, leisure

Examples of usage

  • He joined a recreational soccer league for fun.
  • The resort offers various recreational activities such as hiking and swimming.
Context #2 | Noun

facilities

A place or establishment where people can take part in recreational activities.

Synonyms

center, facility, venue

Examples of usage

  • The community center has a recreational center with a gym and a pool.
  • The city park has recreational facilities for families to enjoy.

Translations

Translations of the word "recreational" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recreativo

🇮🇳 मनोरंजन

🇩🇪 freizeit

🇮🇩 rekreasi

🇺🇦 рекреаційний

🇵🇱 rekreacyjny

🇯🇵 レクリエーションの

🇫🇷 récréatif

🇪🇸 recreativo

🇹🇷 eğlence

🇰🇷 레크리에이션의

🇸🇦 ترويحي

🇨🇿 rekreační

🇸🇰 rekreačný

🇨🇳 娱乐的

🇸🇮 rekreacijski

🇮🇸 afþreyingar-

🇰🇿 рекреациялық

🇬🇪 რეკრეაციული

🇦🇿 rekreasiya

🇲🇽 recreativo

Etymology

The word 'recreational' originated from the verb 'recreate', which means to refresh or restore. The term evolved to encompass activities or facilities used for relaxation and enjoyment. It has been used in English since the 15th century, emphasizing the importance of leisure and fun in daily life.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,123 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.