der Freizeitsport
Translation
recreational sport, leisure sport
Examples
Freizeitsport ist ein guter Ausgleich zur Arbeit.
Recreational sport is a good balance to work.
Er treibt am Wochenende gerne Freizeitsport.
He likes to do recreational sports on the weekend.
Grammar Patterns
to do ((sth.)) to do (a sport) Er treibt viel Freizeitsport.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hobbysport, Amateursport; Antonym: Leistungssport (competitive sport)
Etymology
Composed of 'Frei' (free), 'Zeit' (time), and 'Sport' (sport). Literally 'free time sport'.
Memory Tips
Think of it simply as the 'sport' you do in your 'free time' (Freizeit).