Topic 4 · Hobbies, Free Time and Future Plans

Hobbies, Free Time and Future Plans. Part 1.

a hobby

spare time

an interest

be interested in

take up a hobby

give up a hobby

practice

improve a skill

a skill

a talent

creative

challenging

relaxing

useful

spend time on

make time for

collecting

gardening

Useful phrases.

My favorite hobby is ...

I have been interested in it for several years.

I do it whenever I have free time.

It helps me relax after school or work.

I started because a friend introduced me to it.

I would like to get better at it.

It is a good way to meet people with similar interests.

Hobbies, Free Time and Future Plans. Part 2.

go hiking

go cycling

work out

keep fit

play tennis

play a team sport

do yoga

join a sports club

play a musical instrument

sing in a choir

draw

take photographs

edit photos

bake

fishing

camping

Useful phrases.

I prefer being outdoors to staying at home.

I try to be active several times a week.

I take a class once a week.

It takes practice and patience.

I do it for fun, not to compete.

It gives me energy and helps me clear my mind.

I would like to try something new.

Hobbies, Free Time and Future Plans. Part 3.

stay in

hang out with friends

invite friends over

host a get-together

watch a series

listen to a podcast

read a novel

use social media

go to a concert

volunteer

a charity event

a music genre

join a club

Useful phrases.

I usually spend my weekends with ...

We often make plans at the last minute.

Sometimes I need a quiet evening at home.

I like doing things with other people.

We have a lot in common.

I try to limit my screen time.

It is important to have a balance.

Hobbies, Free Time and Future Plans. Part 4.

a plan

an arrangement

an intention

a goal

a dream

a decision

set a goal

achieve a goal

make a decision

change your mind

apply for college

take a course

find a job

gain experience

save money

move to another city

travel abroad

take a gap year

apply to a university

practise

Useful phrases.

I have a few plans for the future.

My main goal is to ...

I am considering studying ... working abroad.

I need to prepare for it first.

I want to make a realistic plan.

I may change my mind in the future.

Experience is as important as qualifications.

Hobbies, Free Time and Future Plans. Part 5: Jak mluvit o budoucnosti.

Useful phrases.

I am going to start a new course.

I am meeting my friend on Saturday.

I will help you with that.

I think I will live in a city.

I hope to travel more in the future.

I would like to learn another language.

Useful phrases.

I am going to ...

I am thinking of ...

My plan is to ...

I have not decided yet.

If everything goes well, I will ...

One day, I would like to ...

Whatever happens, I want to ...