2026.08.11_Hobbies_Learning Something New

Hobbies: Learning Something New

REVIEW

Choose the correct phrase.

1. I decided to ______ photography last summer.
   a) switch off b) take up a hobby

2. After work, I like to ______ with a good book.
   a) unwind b) keep fit

3. I'm really ______ hiking.
   a) into b) taking

4. Swimming helps me ______.
   a) keep fit b) pass the time

5. Reading helps me ______.
   a) switch off b) challenge yourself

GRAMMAR – Verb Patterns

Examples

• I enjoy reading.

• She loves painting.

• I'd like to learn photography.

• I'm planning to join a tennis club.

Practice

1. I enjoy __________________ in my free time.

2. I'd like __________________ a new hobby.

3. I'm planning __________________ something creative.

4. My friend loves __________________ new recipes.

5. I decided __________________ a photography course.

VOCABULARY

USEFUL PHRASES

I've always wanted to... → talk about a dream.
I've always wanted to learn surfing.

I'm thinking about... → talk about future plans.
I'm thinking about joining a running club.

You should give it a try. → encourage someone.
You've never tried yoga? You should give it a try!

CONVERSATION QUESTIONS

1. What's a skill you've always wanted to learn?
Example: I'd love to learn photography because I enjoy travelling.

2. Have you ever tried a hobby that was harder than you expected?
Example: Yes, learning the guitar was much harder than I expected.

3. If you could master one hobby instantly, what would it be?
Example: I'd choose playing the piano.

4. What's the newest hobby you've started?
Example: I recently started cooking more often.

5. What's something you've given up but would like to start again?
Example: I'd like to start painting again.

6. Do you prefer learning alone or with other people?
Example: I prefer learning with other people because it keeps me motivated.

7. What's the biggest challenge when learning something new?
Example: Staying motivated.

8. What's one hobby everyone should try?
Example: Hiking because it's healthy and relaxing.

9. What's the most useful skill you've learned outside school?
Example: Learning to cook.

10. If you had six months free, what new hobby would you learn?
Example: I'd learn scuba diving.