Part 1 (Interview) Hobbies & Interests

Free Time Activities

Question

What do you usually do in your free time?

Model Answer

Well, it really depends on my mood, but I'd say my main hobby is photography. I love going out on weekends and taking pictures of street scenes and architecture. There's something really satisfying about capturing a perfect moment. When I'm looking for relaxation, though, I prefer staying at home and watching documentaries or cooking something new. I occasionally meet up with friends at a coffee shop as well, just to chat and catch up. I think it's important to have a mix of activities so you don't get stuck in the same routine all the time.

Key Vocabulary

it depends on
It is determined by; it varies according to
capturing
Recording or preserving a moment, image, or feeling
satisfying
Giving a sense of fulfilment or pleasure
catch up
To talk with someone you haven't seen recently to share news
routine
A regular sequence of actions or way of doing things

Pronunciation Guide

photography /fəˈtɒɡrəfi/
Stress the second syllable: fuh-TOG-ruh-fee. Don't stress 'photo' as you would in the standalone word.
relaxation /ˌriːlækˈseɪʃən/
Stress the third syllable: ree-lak-SAY-shun. The vowel shift from 'relax' to 'relaxation' is important.
occasionally /əˈkeɪʒənəli/
Stress the second syllable: uh-KAY-zhuh-nuh-lee. The 'sion' makes a 'zhun' sound, not 'shun'.

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Speaking Tips

For general hobby questions, mention two or three activities rather than just one. Using phrases like 'it depends on my mood' and 'when I'm looking for relaxation' shows flexibility and natural spoken English.

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