Translations for „pursuits“ in the English » Portuguese Dictionary

pursuit [pərˈsuːt, Brit pəˈsjuːt] N

1. pursuit (chase):

pursuit

busca f

to be in pursuit of sth

estar atrás [or em busca] de a. c.

2. pursuit (activity):

pursuit

atividade f

leisure pursuits

passatempo m

Usage examples with pursuits

leisure pursuits

passatempo m

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

English

In the higher regions of the canton the population is mainly engaged in pastoral pursuits and cattle-breeding.

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Bloom argues that commercial pursuits had become more highly valued than love, the philosophic quest for truth, or the civilized pursuits of honor and glory.

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He was indeed something of a dilettante and dabbler in many pursuits.

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An arts and crafts room will offer pursuits including pottery and quilting; a unisex hairdressing salon reflects the thinking that looking good enhances a person's sense of well-being.

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He engaged in mercantile pursuits and in banking.

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The non-governmental organization provides support to young immigrants in their business, artistic and creative pursuits.

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Even after the properties of the metric system were recognized for technical pursuits, existing tools frequently favored the use of customary units.

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Bushwalking, fishing and some camping are the dominant pursuits for tourists visiting.

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Archery could not compete with the nefarious pursuits of cricket, dicing, and carding.

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The patrol's air wing and its helicopters routinely assist with manhunts, pursuits and lifesaving emergencies.

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