Fun Time: Hobbies and Activities
We all have things we like to do when we have free time! These are called hobbies and
activities. They help us unwind, have fun, and acquire new skills. Let's explore some common
hobbies and activities people enjoy.
Many people like hobbies that involve being creative. For example, drawing is a fun hobby
where you can illustrate pictures with a pencil or pen. Painting is another hobby where you use
colors to create beautiful pictures, often on canvas. Some people also enjoy photography, which
is capturing moments and scenes with a camera.
If you have a passion for music, you might enjoy playing a musical instrument. Some popular
instruments include the guitar, the piano, and the drums. Singing, whether solo or in a group, is
also a great way to express yourself and have fun.
For those who like being active, there are many sports and outdoor pursuits. Football (or
soccer) is a very popular sport around the world. Basketball is another exciting sport played with
a ball and a hoop. If you like being in the water, you might enjoy swimming. Riding a bike is a
fun way to exercise and explore new places.
Some people prefer hobbies that involve learning and relaxing. Reading books is a great way to
expand your knowledge and escape into different stories. Playing chess is a challenging hobby
that helps you think strategically and improve your concentration.
Activities can also be things we do for fun, but not as regularly as hobbies. For example,
watching movies is a popular activity where you can enjoy different stories and appreciate
amazing visuals. Going to the cinema is a place where you can watch movies with other people
on a big screen. Traveling is an activity where you visit new places and immerse yourself in
different cultures.
It's good to have hobbies and activities you enjoy. They make life more fun and interesting!
Essential Vocabulary for Hobbies and Activities (A2 Level):
Hobbies: Activities you do regularly for pleasure in your free time.
Activities: Things you do for fun or for a specific purpose.
Drawing: Creating pictures with a pencil or pen.
Painting: Creating pictures with colors.
Photography: Taking pictures with a camera.
Playing a musical instrument: Playing a device to make music, such as a guitar, piano,
or drums.
Guitar: A musical instrument with strings that you pluck.
Piano: A musical instrument with keys that you press.
Drums: A musical instrument that you hit with sticks.
Singing: Making music with your voice.
Sports: Activities involving physical activity and competition, such as football and
basketball.
Outdoor pursuits: Activities you do outside, like swimming and riding a bike.
Football (Soccer): A sport played with a ball and two teams of eleven players.
Basketball: A game played between two teams of five players who score points by
throwing a ball through a hoop.
Swimming: Moving through water using your arms and legs.
Riding a bike: Traveling on a bicycle.
Reading books: Looking at and understanding written words in a book.
Playing chess: Participating in a board game for two players.
Watching movies: Looking at films for entertainment.
Going to the cinema: Going to a place where movies are shown.
Traveling: Visiting different places.
Free time: Time when you are not working or studying.
Fun: Enjoyment or pleasure.
Unwind: To relax after a period of work or tension.
Acquire: To learn or develop a skill.
Creative: Involving the use of imagination or original ideas to create something.
Instrument: A device used to produce music.
Illustrate: To draw pictures.
Exercise: Physical activity that you do to make your body strong and healthy.
Expand your knowledge: To increase your understanding and information.
Challenging: Difficult in a way that tests your ability or determination
Strategically: In a way that is designed to achieve a long-term goal
Capture: To record or take.
Passion: A strong feeling of enthusiasm.
Solo: Done by one person alone.
Pursuits: Activities that you spend time doing.
Explore: To discover new things.
Immerse yourself: To become completely involved in something.
Appreciate: To recognize the value of something.
Visuals: The pictures in a film.
Real-Life Dialogs about Hobbies and Activities (A2 Level):
Dialog 1: Talking about Hobbies
Person A: What do you like to do in your free time?
Person B: I have a few hobbies. I enjoy illustrating and playing the guitar. What about you?
Person A: I'm really into sports. I play football with my friends every weekend.
Person B: That's cool. I wish I could play a musical instrument.
Dialog 2: Making Plans for the Weekend
Person A: What are you doing this weekend?
Person B: I'm planning to go swimming with my family. Would you like to come?
Person A: I'd love to, but I'm going to the cinema to watch a new movie.
Person B: Oh, what movie are you going to watch?
Person A: It's a new comedy.
Dialog 3: Discussing Travel
Person A: Do you like to travel?
Person B: Yes, I have a passion for traveling! I want to explore many different countries and
immerse myself in their cultures.
Person A: Where have you been?
Person B: I've been to France and Spain. I want to go to Japan next. I want to appreciate their
traditions.
Conversation Questions about Hobbies and Activities (A2
Level):
1. What are your favorite hobbies?
2. Do you like drawing or painting? What do you like to illustrate or paint?
3. Do you play a musical instrument? If yes, which one? How long have you been playing
it?
4. Are you interested in sports? Which ones? Do you prefer to watch or play?
5. Do you prefer swimming or riding a bike? Where do you usually go for these outdoor
pursuits?
6. Do you enjoy reading books? What kind of books? What are you currently reading?
7. Have you ever played chess? Do you find it challenging?
8. Do you like watching movies at home or going to the cinema? What genres do you
like?
9. Have you done any traveling? Where have you been? What did you like about it?
10. What activities do you like to do with your family?
11. How do you usually spend your free time on weekends?
12. Do you think it is important to have hobbies? Why? How do they help you unwind?
13. What new hobby would you like to try in the future? Why does it interest you?
14. Do you prefer hobbies that are active or relaxing? Can you give examples?
15. How do hobbies and activities help you to have fun and acquire new skills?
