Language/Standard-estonian/Vocabulary/Hobbies-and-Free-Time
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Introduction
In this lesson, you will learn vocabulary related to hobbies and free-time activities in Estonian. You will also practice talking about your interests and asking others about theirs. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to have a conversation about leisure time activities and hobbies in Estonia.
Let's start!
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Vocabulary
Below, you will find a list of vocabulary related to hobbies and free-time activities in Standard Estonian, along with their pronunciation and English translations:
| Standard Estonian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| spordi mängimine | [spoɾdi ˈmæŋgimine] | playing sports |
| jooksmine | [joksˈmine] | running |
| jalutamine | [ˈjɑlutɑmine] | walking |
| tantsimine | [ˈtɑntsɪmine] | dancing |
| muusika kuulamine | [ˈmuusikɑ ˈkuulɑmine] | listening to music |
| muusika tegemine | [ˈmuusikɑ ˈtegemine] | making music |
| fotograafia | [fotogɾɑfiˈɑɑfijɑ] | photography |
| kunsti tegemine | [ˈkunisti ˈtegemine] | making art |
| kino külastamine | [kiːno ˈkyːlɑstɑmine] | visiting the cinema |
| teleri vaatamine | [ˈteleri ˈvaɑtɑmine] | watching TV |
| ristsõnade lahendamine | [ˈristˈsɤnɑde lɑhenˈdɑmine] | doing crossword puzzles |
| mängimine videomängud | [ˈmæŋgimine ˈvideomæŋgud] | playing video games |
Here are a few additional words and phrases that may come in handy when talking about hobbies and free-time activities:
- hobi – hobby
- vaba aeg – free time
- huvitav – interesting
- lõõgastav – relaxing
- meelelahutus – entertainment
- maletama – to play chess
- kirjutamine – writing
Talking about Hobbies and Free Time
Now that you have learned some vocabulary related to hobbies and free-time activities, let's practice using it in context. Below, you will find some phrases and questions that can help you start a conversation about leisure time activities:
- Mida sa teed vabal ajal? – What do you do in your free time?
- Mis on sinu hobid? – What are your hobbies?
- Mul on mitu hobid. – I have several hobbies.
- Mul ei ole eriti hobisid. – I don't really have any hobbies.
- Ma armastan sporti mängida. – I love to play sports.
- Mulle meeldib muusikat kuulata. – I like listening to music.
- Kas sa käid kunstinäitustel? – Do you go to art exhibitions?
- Ma naudin kinos käimist. – I enjoy going to the cinema.
- Kas sa tantsid? – Do you dance?
- Ma olen hakanud joogat tegema. – I have started doing yoga.
Use the vocabulary and phrases above to have a conversation with your language partner or teacher about hobbies and free-time activities. Don't be afraid to ask follow-up questions or share your own experiences and interests!
Conclusion
You have learned vocabulary related to hobbies and free-time activities, as well as how to talk about your interests and ask others about theirs in Estonian. Keep practicing and exploring new hobbies to improve your language skills and cultural understanding of Estonia!
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