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leisure time
[/ˈlɛʒər taɪm/]
noun
pl: leisure times
tempo livre
1.
Time free from work or duties that can be used for relaxation and enjoyment of hobbies or recreational activities
She spends her leisure time reading books and gardening.
Ela passa seu tempo livre lendo livros e cuidando do jardim.
2.
Unoccupied time available for pursuing interests and entertainment
In his leisure time, he enjoys playing guitar.
No seu tempo livre, ele gosta de tocar violão.
NYC Slang
chill time
Synonyms
free time
spare time
downtime
recreation time
time off
Antonyms
work time
working hours
business hours
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
tempo livre
Most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
tempo livre
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
tempo livre
Standard usage, sometimes 'horas de lazer'
Portugal
tempo de lazer
Preferred in European Portuguese, more formal than Brazilian usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
make the most of one's leisure time
in one's leisure time
leisure is the mother of philosophy
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