hobbies
word · lemma: hobby
/ˈhɑbiz/
/hˈɒbɪz/
Definition
Activities that people do for fun and relaxation in their free time, not as work or a job.
Usage & Nuances
Always used in the plural when talking generally ('What are your hobbies?'). Common collocations: 'have hobbies', 'pursue hobbies', 'favorite hobbies'. Sometimes used interchangeably with 'interests', but 'hobbies' involves more active participation.
Spanish: pasatiempos - aficionesPortuguese (BR): passatempos - hobbiesPortuguese (PT): passatempos - hobbiesChinese (Simplified): 爱好Chinese (Traditional): 嗜好 - 興趣Hindi: शौकArabic: هواياتBengali: শখRussian: хобби - увлеченияJapanese: 趣味Vietnamese: sở thíchKorean: 취미Turkish: hobiUrdu: مشغلےIndonesian: hobi
Example Sentences
Do you have any hobbies?
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My hobbies are painting and reading.
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She spends weekends on her hobbies.
basic
I've picked up a few new hobbies since moving here.
natural
Talking about your hobbies is a great way to meet people.
natural
Most of my hobbies help me relax after a long day at work.
natural