Pastime

Pronunciation: /ˈpæsˌtaɪm/

Definitions of pastime

noun an activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment in their spare time

Example Sentences

A1 My favorite pastime is watching cartoons.

A2 Playing board games is a popular pastime among children.

B1 Reading novels is a relaxing pastime for many people.

B2 Photography has become a serious pastime for me over the years.

C1 Gardening is not just a pastime for me, it's a passion.

C2 Exploring different cuisines has become a delightful pastime during my travels.

Examples of pastime in a Sentence

formal Reading classic literature is a popular pastime for many intellectuals.

informal Watching movies is my favorite pastime on weekends.

slang Gaming is a cool pastime to relax after a long day.

figurative Cooking has become a therapeutic pastime for me, allowing me to unwind and express my creativity.

Grammatical Forms of pastime

• past tense: enjoyed
• plural: pastimes
• comparative: more enjoyable
• superlative: most enjoyable
• present tense: enjoys
• future tense: will enjoy
• perfect tense: has enjoyed
• continuous tense: is enjoying
• singular: pastime
• positive degree: enjoyable
• infinitive: to enjoy
• gerund: enjoying
• participle: enjoyed

Origin and Evolution of pastime

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English and Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'pastime' originated from the Middle English word 'pastyme' which was derived from the Old French word 'passe temps' meaning 'pastime' or 'amusement'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'pastime' has retained its original meaning of an activity done for enjoyment or entertainment, but has also come to encompass a wider range of leisure activities beyond just entertainment.