Spanish Conversation · Level 54
75 words
Spanish word
ocio
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈoθjo/
Meaning
- masculine nounfree time
Example
Durante las vacaciones disfruto del ocio.
During the holidays I enjoy my free time.
More examples
Los fines de semana hago actividades de ocio con amigos.
On weekends I do leisure activities with friends.
Core concept
A block of time free from work or school for recreation, rest, or hobbies.
Common phrases
tiempo de ocio
free time
actividades de ocio
leisure activities
centro de ocio
leisure center
Similar words
tiempo libre: Time free from work or obligations, available to use as desired.
descanso: Period of rest to recover physical strength or calm the mind.
pasatiempo: Personal hobby or pastime pursued regularly for pleasure.
entretenimiento: Activity or media created primarily to amuse or provide enjoyment.
Definition in Spanish
Periodo sin obligaciones laborales o escolares que se emplea en actividades de entretenimiento, descanso o pasatiempos.
Word origin
From Latin otium 'leisure', Spanish ocio comes through the Romance languages and denotes a period free of obligations devoted to entertainment, relaxation, or pastimes.
Usage tips
- In everyday speech speakers often prefer tiempo libre or pasar el rato, while ocio appears more in formal, cultural, or institutional contexts and in listings of leisure activities.