English–Spanish

“hobby” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoafición · pasatiempo

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈxoβi/

Example

¿Tienes algún hobby?

Do you have any hobbies?

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How to say “hobby” in Spanish

“Hobby” in Spanish is hobby.

A pastime pursued repeatedly in free time for pleasure.

Full entry for hobby: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with hobby

Dedico las tardes a mi hobby.

I devote my evenings to my hobby.

Tips for using hobby

  • Afición implies a stronger or longer-term commitment, pasatiempo highlights a casual pastime, and hobby often signals an English-influenced register.

Other Spanish words for “hobby”

Mi afición es leer novelas.

My hobby is reading novels.

Mi pasatiempo favorito es leer.

My favorite hobby is reading.

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