noun · academic
recreation
/ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/re·cre·A·tion
activities done for enjoyment when one is not working; organised leisure
Examples
“The city council invests in recreation facilities for young people.”
“Outdoor recreation is important for health.”
“He works in recreation management at the university.”
Band 8 sentence
“Public investment in recreation facilities can significantly improve community wellbeing.”
Collocations
- recreation facilities
- outdoor recreation
Word family
Common mistakes
There are many recreations in the park.→There are many recreational activities in the park.
He study recreation management.→He studies recreation management.
Say it for a higher band
5leisure activities→6recreational activities→7+recreation
Synonyms
leisure activities
Easily confused
leisure activities
“Local authorities provide leisure activities for teenagers.”
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