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How to Say "pursuit" in Spanish

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actividad

ahk-tee-bee-DAHD/ak.ti.βiˈðað/

nounA1general
Use 'actividad' when 'pursuit' refers to a hobby, leisure activity, or something one does for enjoyment or interest.
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Examples

Mi actividad favorita es la jardinería.

My favorite pursuit is gardening.

Mi actividad favorita es leer novelas de misterio.

My favorite activity is reading mystery novels.

Tenemos muchas actividades escolares planeadas para este mes.

We have many school activities planned for this month.

Siempre hago actividad física por las mañanas.

I always do physical activity in the mornings.

Always Feminine

This word is always feminine, so you must use 'la' or 'una' with it, not 'el' or 'un'. This is true for almost all Spanish words ending in -dad.

persecución

nounB1general
Choose 'persecución' for the act of chasing someone or something rapidly, especially in contexts like police chases or a pursuit of a fleeing suspect.

Examples

La persecución del ladrón duró varias cuadras.

The pursuit of the thief lasted several blocks.

cacería

nounB2general
Use 'cacería' specifically when referring to the act of hunting, either for sport or to capture, often implying a more deliberate and sometimes aggressive chase.

Examples

Se organizó una cacería para atrapar al animal salvaje.

A hunt was organized to catch the wild animal.

Confusing 'Persecución' and 'Cacería'

Learners often confuse 'persecución' and 'cacería'. Remember that 'persecución' is a general chase, while 'cacería' specifically implies hunting or a determined pursuit to capture, often with a more aggressive connotation.

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