Recreo (en. Recreation)
/reˈkɾeo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Definition: Rest period in which students are allowed to play and relax.
Example Sentence: During the break, children usually play in the yard.
Durante el recreo, los niños suelen jugar en el patio.
Definition: Interval for engaging in non-work activities.
Example Sentence: I took a break to have a coffee.
Tomé un recreo para tomar un café.
Etymology
Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'recreare', which means 'to recreate' or 'to restore'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Common Phrase: school break
Common Phrase Meaning: Period of rest in schools between classes.
recreo escolar
Common Phrase: take a break
Common Phrase Meaning: To take a pause to rest or relax.
tomar un recreo
Common Phrase: active break
Common Phrase Meaning: Recreational activity that involves movement or exercise.
recreo activo
Related Words
Related Word: recreation
Related Word Description: Activity of enjoyment and fun, usually in groups.
recreación
Related Word: fun
Related Word Description: Action of having fun or entertaining oneself.
diversión
Related Word: play
Related Word Description: Playful activity that can be performed by both children and adults.
juego
Slang Meanings
Slang Meaning: Break or downtime to de-stress.
Slang Example: I'm going to take a break, I'm overwhelmed with work.
Voy a darme un recreo, estoy saturado de trabajo.
Slang Meaning: Moment when one stops doing something to relax.
Slang Example: She's so stressed that she takes breaks every hour.
Está tan estresada que se toma recreos cada hora.