vacation
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /vəˈkeɪʃən/
KK: /vəˈkeɪʃən/
intransitive verb
Definition
To take time off from work or school to relax or travel.
Example
We decided to vacation in Hawaii this summer.
Tense Forms
Past: vacationed
Past Participle: vacationed
Conversation
Are you planning to vacation this year?
I hope so! I really need a break.
Same here! I want to go somewhere warm to vacation.
That sounds perfect! We should compare destinations.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
holiday
break
leave
Antonyms
work
labor
stay
noun
Definition
A time when someone takes a break from work or school to relax or travel.
Example
We are planning a vacation to the beach next month.
Conversation
Are you planning any trips for your summer vacation?
Definitely! I want to go somewhere relaxing.
That sounds great! I need a good vacation myself.
Root Explanation
Vacation → It originates from the Latin word "vacatio" (meaning freedom or exemption) derived from "vacare" (meaning to be empty or free). The word "vacation" refers to a period of being free from work or duties, often for leisure or travel.
Memory Tip
Think of 'being free' ('vacare') from your usual responsibilities — that's what vacation means.
Visually Confused Words
vacuation
varication
evacuation
vocation
pacation
acuation
cation
action