Free time/hobby Flashcards
Pastime
N. Activity done for enjoyment
娛樂，消遣
Outing
N. Planned activity, done outside of home for fun with other people
遠足，短途旅遊
Recreational
Adj. relating to enjoyment
Immersed
V. Deeply involved in sth
沈浸 專心
Leisure pursuit
N. Pursuits are ur activities usually activities that you enjoy when you are not working (leisure)
Fulfilling
Adj. satisfying rewarding
Mind-blowing
Adj. extremely impressive or exciting
Unplug
Adj. to disconnect from technology
Devote time to
V. spend time on purposefully
Social butterfly
N. person who loves socializing
spend quality time
Collocation :To engage in meaningful and enjoyable activities with others.
Eg I love spending quality time with my family.
‘pursue a hobby
Collocation: To actively engage in an activity that one enjoys.
Eg Recently, I’ve started pursuing photography as a hobby.
‘take up a new hobby
Collocation :To begin a new activity for enjoyment or relaxation.
EgDuring lockdown, many people took up baking.
kill time
Collocation:To spend time doing something unimportant while waiting for something else.
EgSometimes I just scroll on my phone to kill time.
have a knack for
Collocation :To have a natural talent or skill for something.
Eg I have a knack for painting — it just comes naturally.
be passionate about’
Collocation: To have a strong enthusiasm or interest in something.
Eg I’m really passionate about playing the guitar.
get hooked on
Collocation: To become very interested in or addicted to something.
Eg I got hooked on chess after watching a documentary.
chill out / hang out
Collocation:To relax or spend time in a casual way.
Eg I usually chill out with friends at weekends.
broaden my horizons
Collocation: To expand one’s knowledge, experiences, or perspectives.
Eg Travelling really broadens my horizons.
get into the habit of
Collocation: To start doing something regularly.
Eg I got into the habit of reading before bed.
To be honest, I’m a bit of HOMEBODY
Someone who prefers staying at home
This phrase describes individuals who enjoy the comfort of their home rather than going out.
recharge my batteries
Relax and recover energy
Eg talking about hobbies
I’m totally into…
I love / I’m very interested This expression is used to show enthusiasm or passion for something.
Eg I’m totally into painting lately
It’s right up my alley
Exactly my type of thing.
Eg sports are right up my alley.
It’s a great way to blow off steam
Release stress or anger
This phrase is commonly used to describe activities that help relieve stress.
Eg playing the piano helps me blow off steam
not really into the party scene
Not interested in parties
This indicates a preference for quieter or more low-key social situations.
It keeps me on my toes
Keeps me alert and engaged
This phrase suggests that an activity requires attention and focus.
Eg watching ro-com movies keeps me on my toes
It’s a piece of cake
Very easy
This expression is used to describe something that is simple to do.
Eg running is a piece of cake to me, I need more physically challenging sports
Time just flies by
Time passes quickly
Eg When I paint, time just flies by
I’m over the moon when I…
Feeling very happy
Eg. I’m over the moon when I win every competitive match in badminton.
Relax and unwind
放鬆
Tend to… (enjoy
Usually enjoy
Daily stress / stress level
The normal pressure or worry people feel every day from things like school, work, or family.
