TOPIK · Level 292
15 words
Korean word
레저
Pronunciation
Romanizationrejeo
Meaning
- nounleisure
Example
주말에는 레저를 즐겨요.chu ma re neun re jeo reul cheul gyeo yo
I enjoy leisure activities on weekends.
More examples
휴일에는 가족과 함께 레저 활동을 해요.hyu i re neun ka jok kkwa ham kke re jeo hwal dong eul hae yo
I enjoy leisure activities with my family on holidays.
Core concept
Time away from duties for relaxing or enjoying activities.
Common phrases
레저 활동re jeo hwal dong
leisure activities
레저 스포츠re jeo seu po cheu
leisure sports
레저 시설re jeo si seol
leisure facilities
Similar words
여가yeoga: Free time available for personal use after work or study.
취미chwimi: A personally chosen activity or interest enjoyed regularly for pleasure.
오락orak: Fun activities or programs that fill free time and provide amusement.
휴식hyusik: A pause from activity that helps the body and mind regain energy.
Definition in Korean
여가 시간에 하는 휴식이나 즐거움을 위한 활동이나 행사.yeo ga si ga ne ha neun hyu si gi na cheul geo u meul wi han hwal dong i na haeng sa
Word origin
The Korean noun is a loanword from English leisure, which came through Old French from Latin licere, meaning to be allowed.
Usage tips
- This loanword often appears in names for activities, facilities, and events, so it can sound more organized or commercial than casual talk about hobbies.