tourism - Master This Word
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tourism Word Meanings
- the practice of traveling for pleasure
- the industry of providing services for travelers
- the act of visiting places for enjoyment or education
tourism Example Sentences
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tourism Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈtʊərɪzəm/
US
/ˈtʊrɪzəm/
tourism Word Etymology
Root: tour + -ism (indicates a practice or system). Historical origin: from Latin 'tornare' (to turn) → Middle French 'tour' → English 'tourism'. Memory image: Picture a globe spinning as people tour the world, enjoying diverse cultures and experiences.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I step off the curb and push off with my toes, letting the day lay its color on the street. I set a small plan, then shift as the map changes and adjust my pace toward a museum or a market. The city feels like a living thread I pull, a steady move that asks attention and quick decisions. Tourism grows from this rhythm of move, choice, and letting experiences unfold.
Real Context
Tourism refers to the practice of traveling for pleasure, business, or education, and the industry that supports travelers with services such as transport, accommodation, and attractions. It encompasses planning trips, choosing destinations, and engaging in activities like sightseeing, cultural exchange, and outdoor recreation. Tourism has grown into a major global sector, shaping economies, employment, and urban development while raising concerns about sustainability and overtourism. Understanding tourism involves considering consumer motivations, seasonality, infrastructure, and the balance between welcoming visitors and preserving local communities. In everyday use, people may say 'tourism has changed the city' or 'the tourism industry offers jobs'.
Usage Reminders
- Use as an uncountable noun; avoid plural forms like 'tourisms'.28- words; emphasize the industry. Think of related terms: tourist, tourism industry, tourist attraction, sustainable tourism. Compare with travel. Use in contexts like cities, economies, and policy. Remember common collocations: tourism sector, cultural tourism, domestic/international tourism.
Common Misconceptions
- Tourism is just vacationing for rich people.
- All tourism is harmful to the environment.
- Tourism equals travel alone, not the industry.
- Tourism only happens in famous destinations.
- Tourism always improves a city without downsides.
Thinking Differences
Think of tourism as both a practice and an industry, not just a trip. Learners often treat it like vacation alone and miss the broader economic and cultural contexts.
Learning Tips
- Learn common collocations: tourism industry, tourism sector, cultural tourism.
- Compare tourism with travel and traveler to use correctly.
- Practice with sustainability words: sustainable tourism, overtourism.
- Listen to tourism news to hear real-world usage.
- Use destination-focused phrases: tourist attractions, heritage sites.
- Create short notes pairing tourism with local impacts (jobs, economy).
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of 'tourism'?
A.A species of flower
B.A type of musical instrument
C.A method of communication
D.The act of traveling for pleasure or business
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'tourism' correctly?
A.She played the tourism beautifully.
B.He studies tourism in college.
C.I ate a delicious tourism.
D.The dog chased the tourism.
Step 3: Similar Words
Select the synonym for 'tourism':
A.Hospitality
B.Chemistry
C.Mathematics
D.Geography
Step 4: Opposite Words
Select the opposite of 'tourism':
A.Migration
B.Exploration
C.Immigration
D.Navigation
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context might you encounter 'tourism'?
A.On a beach vacation
B.In a history museum
C.During a music concert
D.At a hiking trail
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