On vacation Meaning in English
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /veɪˈkeɪʃən
AWN vay-KAY-shun
ˈɒn/ /veɪkˈeɪʃən
on vay-KAY-shun
Definition
Not working or studying because you are taking a holiday, usually traveling or relaxing.
Usage & Nuances
'On vacation' is standard in American English; British English usually uses 'on holiday.' Use this expression to talk about being away from regular responsibilities. Often used in 'I'm on vacation' to explain unavailability.
Spanish: de vacacionesPortuguese (BR): de fériasPortuguese (PT): de fériasChinese (Simplified): 度假Chinese (Traditional): 度假Hindi: छुट्टी परArabic: في إجازةBengali: ছুটিতে - অবকাশেRussian: в отпускеJapanese: 休暇中Vietnamese: đi nghỉ - đang nghỉ phépKorean: 휴가 중Turkish: tatildeUrdu: چھٹی پر - تعطیلات پرIndonesian: sedang liburan - sedang berlibur
Example Sentences
She is on vacation this week.
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My parents go on vacation every summer.
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I'm on vacation in Spain right now.
basic
Sorry, I'm on vacation and can't answer emails.
natural
When he's on vacation, he completely disconnects from work.
natural
We’ll talk when you’re back from being on vacation.
natural