recreation

[/ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/]

nounfemininepl: recreations / recreações

recreação

1. Activity done for enjoyment and relaxation rather than work

Playing tennis is my favorite recreation.

Jogar tênis é minha recreação favorita.

2. The act of creating or producing something anew

The recreation of the historical event was impressive.

A recriação do evento histórico foi impressionante.

3. A place or facility for leisure activities

The community recreation center offers many programs.

O centro de recreação comunitário oferece muitos programas.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

recreação

Most common usage in Brazil

General Brazilian

lazer

Alternative term emphasizing leisure aspect

Portugal

recreio

Common in Portugal, especially for school breaks

Portugal

recreação

Also used but less frequent than 'recreio'

recreation ground - campo de recreação

for recreation - por diversão/entretenimento

outdoor recreation - recreação ao ar livre

recreation facility - instalação de recreação

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