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leisure time

[/ˈlɛʒər taɪm/]
nounpl: 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 timespare timedowntimerecreation timetime off
Antonyms
work timeworking hoursbusiness 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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