Spanish Conversation · Level 58
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Spanish word
recreativo
Pronunciation
IPA/rekɾeaˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiverecreational
Example
Busco actividades recreativas para el fin de semana.
I'm looking for recreational activities for the weekend.
More examples
El centro recreativo ofrece talleres de pintura los sábados.
The recreation center offers painting workshops on Saturdays.
Core concept
Leisure activity or facility for enjoyment and rest.
Common phrases
actividades recreativas
recreational activities
centro recreativo
recreation center
programa recreativo
recreational program
Similar words
divertido: Pleasant or amusing, giving a clear sense of fun and enjoyment.
entretenido: Engaging enough to hold attention and make time pass quickly.
lúdico: Related to play and games, suitable for playful activities.
deportivo: Connected with sports and physical exercise activities or facilities.
Definition in Spanish
Que pertenece al ocio o a actividades que proporcionan entretenimiento y descanso.
Word origin
Adjective formed from the noun recreación, ultimately from Latin recreare 'to restore', with the suffix -ivo giving the meaning related to recreation.
Usage tips
- Usually used for organized programs or facilities (actividades recreativas, instalaciones recreativas) and not to express simply 'it was fun', where muy divertido or me divertí sound more natural.