Spanish Conversation · Level 26
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Spanish word
esparcimiento
Pronunciation
IPA/espaɾθiˈmjento/
Meaning
- masculine nounrecreation
Example
El parque ofrece espacios para el esparcimiento de las familias.
The park offers spaces for family recreation.
More examples
¿Tienes tiempo para esparcimiento hoy?
Do you have time for recreation today?
Core concept
A recreational activity that gives rest from duties and brings enjoyment.
Common phrases
tiempo para esparcimiento
time for recreation
ocio y esparcimiento
leisure and recreation
espacio público de esparcimiento
public recreational space
Similar words
ocio: Leisure time devoted to resting and recuperating away from responsibilities.
diversión: A pursuit that produces a sense of fun and playful enjoyment in the moment.
entretenimiento: Events, shows, or activities designed to keep people entertained and occupied.
pasatiempo: A hobby-like pastime regularly practiced during free time for enjoyment.
Definition in Spanish
Actividad o diversión que proporciona descanso y distracción de las obligaciones, destinada al disfrute y la recreación.
Word origin
Derived from the verb esparcir 'to scatter' with the suffix -miento and ultimately from Latin spargere, the term comes to denote activities that 'scatter' worries and offer recreation.
Usage tips
- Not identical to ocio in nuance: ocio emphasizes free time itself, while esparcimiento often refers to specific activities or facilities provided for enjoyment.