tourism

word

Definition

Tourism is the business or activity of people traveling to places for pleasure, often as visitors, vacations, or sightseeing.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in formal and business contexts related to travel. Common phrases: 'tourism industry', 'eco-tourism', 'mass tourism'. Not used to describe personal trips ('I'm doing tourism' is uncommon; use 'I'm traveling' or 'I'm on vacation').

Example Sentences

Tourism helps many countries earn money.

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The city’s main industry is tourism.

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Tourism grows during the summer months.

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The island relies on tourism for most of its jobs.

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Eco-tourism is becoming more popular nowadays.

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They want to boost tourism by building new attractions.

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