hobby

noun
UK: /ˈhɒbi/
US: /ˈhɑːbi/

  1. An activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure.

    1. My hobby is to read books, especially fantasy novels.
    2. Photography started as a hobby but soon turned into a full-time job.

  2. A pastime or interest pursued for relaxation and enjoyment; a regular activity that someone enjoys doing in their free time.

    1. His main hobby is playing the guitar in a band every weekend.
    2. Collecting stamps is a hobby that requires patience and a keen eye for detail.

Synonyms

pastime interest pursuit recreation avocation entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hobby" in English means: An activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure., A pastime or interest pursued for relaxation and enjoyment; a regular activity that someone enjoys doing in their free time..

The phonetic transcription of "hobby" is /ˈhɒbi/ in British English and /ˈhɑːbi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hobby": pastime, interest, pursuit, recreation, avocation, entertainment.

Example usage of "hobby": "My hobby is to read books, especially fantasy novels.". More examples on the page.