Meaning
娱乐 refers to entertainment, amusement, or recreational activities that provide enjoyment and relaxation. It can describe both the act of entertaining and the entertainment itself, covering everything from watching movies and playing games to attending concerts and social gatherings.
Usage
This word is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts. As a noun, it appears frequently in compound words related to the entertainment industry (娱乐圈, 娱乐节目). As a verb, it's often used in phrases like 娱乐一下 (to have some fun/entertainment). It has a generally positive connotation associated with leisure time and enjoyment.
Examples
- 01看电影是我最喜欢的娱乐活动。.Watching movies is my favorite form of entertainment.
- 02工作之余，我们应该找点娱乐放松一下。, .After work, we should find some entertainment to relax.
Characters
Measure words
- 种一种娱乐
- 项一项娱乐活动
Common collocations
- 娱乐活动entertainment activities
- 娱乐圈entertainment industry/circle
- 娱乐节目entertainment program
- 娱乐场所entertainment venue
Antonyms
Origin
The character 娱 contains the woman radical (女) and originally meant to please or amuse. Combined with 乐 (joy/happiness), the compound literally means 'to create joy' or 'joyful amusement.'