Zeitvertreib
pastime
regular leisure activity
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Zeitvertreib with Russian translation
Zeitvertreib usage examples
Шахматы — его любимый способ проводить время.
Schach ist sein Lieblingszeitvertreib.
Прогулки — это приятное времяпрепровождение.
Spazierengehen ist ein schöner Zeitvertreib.
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Zeitvertreib belongs to the topic "Hobbies and Interests". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
Zeitvertreib synonyms
What's the difference between Zeitvertreib / Hobby / Beschäftigung / Zerstreuung
The closest and most frequent equivalent: a personal interest or favorite free-time activity. It is usually more specific and individual than a general pastime.
A very general word meaning any activity or occupation. In the sense of leisure, it is less precise than pastime because it can also refer to work or activity in general.
Suggests an activity that distracts and helps one relax. It sounds slightly more literary and can imply a break from worries.
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How to pronounce Zeitvertreib and what this word means
Zeitvertreib means pastime. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Zeitvertreib
[ˈtsaɪ̯tfɛɐ̯ˌtʁaɪ̯p]
Zeitvertreib translation
pastime
Zeitvertreib examples
Шахматы — его любимый способ проводить время.
Zeitvertreib transcription
[ˈtsaɪ̯tfɛɐ̯ˌtʁaɪ̯p]
Questions about this word
Zeitvertreib meaning: what does it mean?
regelmäßige Freizeitbeschäftigung
Zeitvertreib pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Zeitvertreib is pronounced as [ˈtsaɪ̯tfɛɐ̯ˌtʁaɪ̯p]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Zeitvertreib definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Шахматы — его любимый способ проводить время. Translation: Schach ist sein Lieblingszeitvertreib.
Is Zeitvertreib part of Hobbies and Interests vocabulary?
Yes, Zeitvertreib (pastime) can be learned in the Hobbies and Interests topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Zeitvertreib part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, Zeitvertreib (pastime) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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