personal activity
[/ˈpɜrsənəl ækˈtɪvɪti/]
nounpl: personal activities
atividade pessoal
1. Any action, task, or engagement undertaken by an individual for their own purposes, interests, or well-being, typically not related to work or professional obligations
She dedicates her weekends to personal activities like reading and painting.
Ela dedica seus fins de semana a atividades pessoais como leitura e pintura.
2. Activities of daily living and self-care that are essential for personal hygiene and health
Personal activities such as bathing and dressing are important for maintaining health.
Atividades pessoais como banho e vestiário são importantes para manter a saúde.
3. Hobbies, leisure pursuits, or recreational engagements that bring personal satisfaction or enjoyment
His personal activities include playing guitar and hiking.
Suas atividades pessoais incluem tocar guitarra e caminhar.
In Brazil, the concept of 'atividade pessoal' is widely respected in professional contexts, with companies increasingly recognizing work-life balance. Americans emphasize 'personal time' or 'me time' as essential for mental health and well-being, particularly in corporate culture. Both cultures value personal activities as a means of self-improvement and stress relief.
Related Idioms & Phrases
me time - personal time spent on oneself
do your own thing - engage in personal activities of choice
follow your passion - pursue personal activities aligned with interests
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →