American English

How to pronounce activity

nounB1Very common word
aakTIHvihdee

/ækˈtʰɪ.vɪ.ɾi/

4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

Something that you do for work, study, exercise, or pleasure.

What to listen for

In “activity,” the final t sound is often a quick tap, so it may sound a little like a fast d: /ækˈtʰɪ.vɪ.ɾi/.

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Meanings & examples

noun

Something that you do for work, study, exercise, or pleasure.

Reading is a relaxing activity.

The children chose an outdoor activity.

Common phrases & grammar

physical activity · leisure activity · outdoor activity

do + an activity

activity + for + noun

noun

The amount of action or movement happening in a place, organization, or system.

There was little activity in the office after five.

Scientists are monitoring volcanic activity.

Common phrases & grammar

business activity · economic activity · volcanic activity · criminal activity

activity + in + place or field

increase or decrease in + activity

Related words & forms

The plural is activities: change y to ies.