activity
word
/ækˈtɪvəti/
ak-TI-vuh-tee
/æktˈɪvɪti/
ak-TI-vi-tee
Definition
Something that a person or group does, often for work, learning, fun, or exercise. It can also mean the state of being active or busy.
Usage & Nuances
Very common in school, work, and fitness contexts: 'class activity', 'outdoor activity', 'physical activity'. 'Activity' is usually countable for specific things to do, but uncountable when meaning general movement or business, as in 'There isn't much activity today'.
Spanish: actividadPortuguese (BR): atividadePortuguese (PT): atividadeChinese (Simplified): 活动 - 活跃状态Chinese (Traditional): 活動 - 活躍狀態Hindi: गतिविधि - सक्रियताArabic: نشاط - فعاليةBengali: কার্যকলাপ - ক্রিয়াকলাপRussian: деятельность - активностьJapanese: 活動（かつどう）Vietnamese: hoạt độngKorean: 활동Turkish: etkinlik - faaliyetUrdu: سرگرمی - فعالیتIndonesian: aktivitas - kegiatan
Example Sentences
The teacher gave us a fun activity in class.
basic
Walking is a healthy activity for all ages.
basic
There was a lot of activity in the park this morning.
basic
We need an activity that keeps the kids busy for an hour.
natural
Social activity usually picks up around here on weekends.
natural
The app tracks your daily activity and sleep.
natural