amusement in English
- amusement⇄amusement, noun.
1. the condition of being amused.
Ex. The boy's amusement was so great that we all had to laugh with him. I could not conceal my amusement at her surprise.
2. a thing that amuses, such as an entertainment or sport; anyt
amusement in Kashmiri कॉशुर
amusement in Sindhi سنڌي
amusement in Tamil தமிழ்
Amusement
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/əˈmjuːzmənt/
Definitions
- The state of being amused or entertained.
- Something that amuses or entertains, such as a game, show, or activity.
- A feeling of enjoyment or pleasure derived from something funny or enjoyable.
Usage Examples
- Her laughter was a clear sign of her amusement.
- The circus offered great amusement for the children.
- He looked for amusement in a variety of activities.
Etymology
Originating from Middle English "amusement," from Old French "amusement," from the verb "amuser," meaning "to entertain." The word has been used since the 15th century.
Synonyms
- Entertainment
- Enjoyment
- Fun
- Delight
- Pleasure
Antonyms
- Boredom
- Displeasure
- Indifference
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Diversión | /di.βerˈsjon/ |
| French | Amusement | /a.myz.mã/ |
| German | Vergnügen | /fɛʁˈɡnyːɡən/ |
| Italian | Divertimento | /di.ver.tiˈmen.to/ |
| Portuguese | Entretenimento | /ẽtɾeˈteniˈmẽtu/ |
| Russian | Развлечение | /rəzvlʲɪˈt͡ɕɛnʲɪə/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 娱乐 | /yúlè/ |
| Japanese | 娯楽 | /goraku/ |
| Arabic | تسلية | /tasliyah/ |
| Hindi | मनोरंजन | /manoranjan/ |
| Bengali | বিনোদন | /binodan/ |
| Punjabi | ਮਨੋਰੰਜਨ | /manoranjan/ |
| Tamil | மகிழ்ச்சி | /maḵiḻcī/ |
| Telugu | ఆనందం | /ānandaṁ/ |
| Malayalam | ആനന്ദം | /āṉaṁdaṁ/ |
| Gujarati | મનોરંજન | /manorañjan/ |
| Marathi | मनोरंजन | /manorañjan/ |
| Odia | ମନୋରଂଜନ | /manoraṁjan/ |
| Kannada | ಆನಂದ | /ānanda/ |
| Urdu | تفریح | /tafreeh/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- In American English: /əˈmjuːzmənt/
- In British English: /əˈmjuːzmənt/
- In Australian English: /əˈmjuːzmənt/
Historical Usage
The word "amusement" has evolved through centuries, originally meaning the act of amusing or entertaining, and later becoming more synonymous with activities or events that provide enjoyment.
Cultural Nuances
In Western cultures, "amusement" often refers to leisure activities like movies, theme parks, or games. In some Eastern cultures, it might carry more formal or collective connotations, often linked to family or social gatherings.
More Information
Amusement is a broad term that can encompass everything from watching a comedy show to participating in a competitive sport. It often plays a central role in providing mental relaxation, escape from daily stress, and social bonding.