ociar

Verb B2 #4417 most common

Translations

Refers to spending time doing nothing or relaxing.

The young man decided to lounge in the park during the afternoon.

A pesar de que tenía muchas tareas pendientes, eligió ociar en lugar de trabajar.

Despite having many tasks pending, he chose to idle instead of working.

Es preferible que, en lugar de ociar, se dedique a mejorar sus habilidades.

It is preferable that, instead of idling, he dedicates himself to improving his skills.