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Welcome to the "Slovak Vocabulary → Free Time" lesson! In this session, we will dive into the exciting world of hobbies, sports, and leisure activities that make our free time enjoyable and fulfilling. Understanding vocabulary related to free time is essential, as it not only enriches your Slovak language skills but also helps you connect with others through shared interests. Whether you're an avid sports fan or a hobbyist, this lesson will equip you with the words and phrases necessary to express your passions in Slovak.

In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:

Common free time activities in Slovak

Vocabulary for various hobbies and sports

Useful phrases for discussing your interests

Practice exercises to reinforce your learning

So, let's get started and make your free time in Slovakia even more enjoyable!

Common Free Time Activities[edit | edit source]

In this section, we will explore some common activities people engage in during their free time. Learning these words will help you to converse about your interests and discover what others enjoy doing.

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
čítať	ˈʧiːtæt	to read
písať	ˈpiːsat	to write
športovať	ˈʃpɔrtovat	to play sports
tancovať	ˈtantsovat	to dance
maľovať	ˈmaʎovat	to paint
hrať	ˈɡraːt	to play (a game)
fotografovať	ˈfɔtɔɡrafovat	to take photos
cestovať	ˈʦɛstovat	to travel
relaxovať	rɛˈlaksovat	to relax
variť	ˈvarit	to cook

These activities are not only popular but also provide great opportunities for socializing.

Hobbies[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s look specifically at hobbies. Hobbies are activities we do for enjoyment during our leisure time, and they can be a fantastic way to meet new people.

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
zbierať	ˈzbiːrat	to collect
rybolov	ˈrɪbɔlɔv	fishing
záhrada	ˈzaːrhada	gardening
pletenie	ˈplɛtɛnɪɛ	knitting
varenie	ˈvarɛnɪɛ	cooking
modelovanie	mɔdɛˈlɔvaɲɪɛ	modeling
jazdenie	ˈjɛzdɛnɪɛ	riding (a bike, horse)
behanie	ˈbɛhanɪɛ	running
hranie hier	ˈɦranɪɛ ˈɡɛr	playing games
zbieranie známok	ˈzbiːraɲɪɛ ˈznaːmɔk	stamp collecting

These hobbies can help you unwind and express your creativity.

Sports[edit | edit source]

Sports play a significant role in our leisure time as well. Whether you are an athlete or a spectator, knowing the vocabulary related to sports will enhance your conversations.

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
futbal	ˈfutbal	football (soccer)
basketbal	ˈbaskɛtbal	basketball
hokej	ˈhɔkɛj	hockey
tenis	ˈtɛnɪs	tennis
plávanie	ˈplaːvanɪɛ	swimming
cyklistika	ˈtsɪklɪstɪka	cycling
atletika	ˈaʈlɛtɪka	athletics
volejbal	ˈvɔlɛjbal	volleyball
lyžovanie	ˈliʒɔvanɪɛ	skiing
golf	ˈɡɔlf	golf

You might find that joining a local sports team is a great way to immerse yourself in Slovak culture!

Useful Phrases for Discussing Free Time[edit | edit source]

Being able to express your interests in Slovak is crucial for social interactions. Here are some useful phrases you can use:

Slovak	Pronunciation	English
Mám rád...	maːm raːd...	I like...
Rád športujem.	raːd ˈʃpɔrtujɛm	I enjoy sports.
Čítam knihy.	ˈʧiːtam ˈkɲiːɦɪ	I read books.
Moja obľúbená činnosť je...	ˈmɔja ˈɔblʲubɛna ˈʧɪnnɔst̩ jɛ...	My favorite activity is...
Rád sa stretávam s priateľmi.	raːd sa ˈstrɛtaːvam s ˈprɪateʎmi	I like to meet with friends.
Zaujímam sa o...	ˈzaʊ̯jɪmam sa ɔ...	I am interested in...
Trávim čas vonku.	ˈtraːvɪm t͡ʃas ˈvɔŋku	I spend time outdoors.
Mám zaujímavý koníček.	maːm ˈzaʊ̯jɪmaːvɪ ˈkɔniːtʃɛk	I have an interesting hobby.
Víkendy trávim s rodinou.	ˈviːkɛndɪ ˈtraːvɪm s ˈrɔdɪnɔʊ̯	I spend weekends with family.
Chcel by som skúsiť...	ˈχʦɛl bɪ sɔm ˈskuːsɪt...	I would like to try...

These phrases can help you express yourself and engage in meaningful conversations about your free time activities.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered some essential vocabulary and phrases, let’s practice what you’ve learned! Here are ten exercises to help reinforce your understanding:

Exercise 1: Vocabulary Match[edit | edit source]

Match the Slovak words with their English meanings.

1. tancovať ( )

2. čítať ( )

3. rybolov ( )

4. futbal ( )

5. relaxovať ( )

A. to read

B. fishing

C. to dance

D. football (soccer)

E. to relax

Solution: 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D, 5-E

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences using the correct Slovak words from the vocabulary list.

1. Rád _______ knihy. (to read)

2. Moja obľúbená činnosť je _______. (to cook)

3. Chcel by som _______ s priateľmi. (to travel)

4. Mám rád _______. (fishing)

5. Víkendy _______ na pláži. (I spend time)

Solution: 1-čítam, 2-variť, 3-cestovať, 4-rybolov, 5-trávim

Exercise 3: True or False[edit | edit source]

Decide whether the following statements are true or false.

1. "Hrať" means to play sports. ( )

2. "Písať" translates to "to paint." ( )

3. "Cestovať" means "to travel." ( )

4. "Maľovať" is the term for "to dance." ( )

5. "Relaxovať" means "to relax." ( )

Solution: 1-False, 2-False, 3-True, 4-False, 5-True

Exercise 4: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the vocabulary from this lesson, create your own sentences.

Example: I like to play football. → Rád hrám futbal.

Solution: Answers will vary.

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a partner and role-play a conversation about your free time activities. Use the phrases learned in this lesson.

Solution: N/A (this is a practice activity).

Exercise 6: Multiple Choice[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct Slovak word for each activity.

1. To swim: A) plávanie, B) lyžovanie

2. To dance: A) tancovať, B) relaxovať

3. Football: A) tenis, B) futbal

4. To travel: A) cestovať, B) zbierať

5. Gardening: A) záhrada, B) rybolov

Solution: 1-A, 2-A, 3-B, 4-A, 5-A

Exercise 7: Translation Challenge[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Slovak.

1. I enjoy reading.

2. My favorite hobby is cycling.

3. I like to relax on weekends.

4. I want to try painting.

5. I spend time with my family.

Solution: 1.- Rád čítam. 2.- Moja obľúbená činnosť je cyklistika. 3.- Rád sa uvoľňujem cez víkendy. 4.- Chcem skúsiť maľovať. 5.- Trávim čas s rodinou.

Exercise 8: Vocabulary Crossword[edit | edit source]

Create a crossword puzzle using the new vocabulary from this lesson.

Solution: N/A (this is a practice activity).

Exercise 9: Discussion Questions[edit | edit source]

Answer the following questions in Slovak.

1. Aké koníčky máš? (What hobbies do you have?)

2. Aké športy sa ti páčia? (What sports do you like?)

3. Kde rád tráviš svoj voľný čas? (Where do you like to spend your free time?)

4. Akú knihu si naposledy čítal? (What book did you read last?)

5. Kto je tvoj obľúbený autor? (Who is your favorite author?)

Solution: N/A (these are discussion prompts).

Exercise 10: Personal Reflection[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph about your free time activities in Slovak.

Solution: Answers will vary.

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Slovak vocabulary related to free time! Remember, practicing these words and phrases will help you feel more confident in conversations about your interests. Keep exploring and enjoying your free time in Slovakia!

Table of Contents - Slovak Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Unit 1: Greetings and Introductions

Unit 2: Nouns, Pronouns, and Verbs in the Present Tense

Unit 3: Slovak Culture and Society

Unit 4: Daily Activities and Routine

Unit 5: Cases and Prepositions

Unit 6: Slovak Geography and Nature

Unit 7: Travel and Transportation

Unit 8: Adjectives and Adverbs

Unit 9: Slovak Art and Music

Unit 10: Time and Dates

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