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消遣
xiāoqiǎn
Description
“消遣”是指做一些轻松的事情来打发时间，让自己开心。
"消遣" means doing some relaxing activities to pass the time and make yourself happy.
看书、听音乐都是很好的消遣方式。
Reading and listening to music are good ways to 消遣.
Meanings
消遣xiāoqiǎn
to pass time; to amuse oneself
周末我喜欢在家看电影消遣。
I like watching movies at home for entertainment on weekends.
消遣xiāoqiǎn
pastime; recreation; diversion
钓鱼是他最喜欢的消遣。
Fishing is his favorite pastime.
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Notes
- Etymology
消 (to dispel/pass) + 遣 (to send away), literally 'to send time away'.
- Nuance
often implies light, casual activities done for relaxation rather than serious hobbies.
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