Free time/hobby Flashcards

(34 cards)

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Pastime

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N. Activity done for enjoyment
娛樂,消遣

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Outing

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N. Planned activity, done outside of home for fun with other people
遠足,短途旅遊

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Recreational

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Adj. relating to enjoyment

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Immersed

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V. Deeply involved in sth
沈浸 專心

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Leisure pursuit

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N. Pursuits are ur activities usually activities that you enjoy when you are not working (leisure)

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Fulfilling

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Adj. satisfying rewarding

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Mind-blowing

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Adj. extremely impressive or exciting

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Unplug

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Adj. to disconnect from technology

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Devote time to

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V. spend time on purposefully

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Social butterfly

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N. person who loves socializing

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spend quality time

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Collocation :To engage in meaningful and enjoyable activities with others.

Eg I love spending quality time with my family.

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‘pursue a hobby

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Collocation: To actively engage in an activity that one enjoys.

Eg Recently, I’ve started pursuing photography as a hobby.

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‘take up a new hobby

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Collocation :To begin a new activity for enjoyment or relaxation.

EgDuring lockdown, many people took up baking.

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kill time

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Collocation:To spend time doing something unimportant while waiting for something else.

EgSometimes I just scroll on my phone to kill time.

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have a knack for

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Collocation :To have a natural talent or skill for something.

Eg I have a knack for painting — it just comes naturally.

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be passionate about’

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Collocation: To have a strong enthusiasm or interest in something.

Eg I’m really passionate about playing the guitar.

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get hooked on

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Collocation: To become very interested in or addicted to something.

Eg I got hooked on chess after watching a documentary.

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chill out / hang out

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Collocation:To relax or spend time in a casual way.

Eg I usually chill out with friends at weekends.

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broaden my horizons

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Collocation: To expand one’s knowledge, experiences, or perspectives.

Eg Travelling really broadens my horizons.

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get into the habit of

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Collocation: To start doing something regularly.

Eg I got into the habit of reading before bed.

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To be honest, I’m a bit of HOMEBODY

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Someone who prefers staying at home
This phrase describes individuals who enjoy the comfort of their home rather than going out.

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recharge my batteries

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Relax and recover energy
Eg talking about hobbies

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I’m totally into…

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I love / I’m very interested This expression is used to show enthusiasm or passion for something.
Eg I’m totally into painting lately

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It’s right up my alley

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Exactly my type of thing.
Eg sports are right up my alley.

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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
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not really into the party scene
Not interested in parties This indicates a preference for quieter or more low-key social situations.
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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
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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
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Time just flies by
Time passes quickly Eg When I paint, time just flies by
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I’m over the moon when I…
Feeling very happy Eg. I’m over the moon when I win every competitive match in badminton.
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Relax and unwind
放鬆 it is relaxing and it unwinds me
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Tend to… (enjoy
Usually enjoy
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Daily stress / stress level
The normal pressure or worry people feel every day from things like school, work, or family.
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Stamina
持久力耐力