hobby

• Sustantivo que designa una actividad o afición que se practica por placer o entretenimiento en el tiempo libre.

A noun referring to an activity or interest pursued for pleasure or relaxation during one's free time.

1. Leisure activityA1formal

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

   pasatiempo

   • Her main hobby is painting landscapes.
   • He took up photography as a hobby.
   • Gardening is a relaxing hobby for many people.

   Sinónimosamusementavocationdiversionpastimepursuitrecreationsideline

   Antónimoscareerchoredutyjoboccupationprofessiontaskwork

2. Pastime or interestA2formal

   A pursuit or interest that is not one's main occupation.

   Pasatiempo o interés

   • Collecting stamps is an old-fashioned hobby.
   • She has many hobbies, including knitting and reading.
   • His hobby of playing chess helps him think strategically.

   Sinónimosamusementavocationdiversionentertainmentinterestpastimepursuitrecreationsideline