Spanish Conversation · Level 14
89 words
Spanish word
pasatiempo
Pronunciation
IPA/pasaˈtjempo/
Meaning
- masculine nounhobby
Example
Mi pasatiempo favorito es leer.
My favorite hobby is reading.
More examples
¿Cuál es tu pasatiempo favorito?
What is your favorite hobby?
Core concept
Personal pastime practiced during leisure hours for enjoyment.
Common phrases
pasatiempo favorito
favorite hobby
Similar words
afición: Enduring personal interest or passion that motivates repeated involvement in an activity.
ocio: Time or activities devoted to relaxing and enjoying oneself during leisure hours.
hobby: Specific pastime or practiced activity pursued regularly for pleasure and skill development.
entretenimiento: Activity or content created to amuse or engage an audience for enjoyment.
Definition in Spanish
Actividad sin finalidad laboral que se realiza por placer en el tiempo libre de una persona.
Word origin
Compound of pasar 'to pass' and tiempo 'time', literally 'time-passing', which shifted to mean a recreational hobby.
Usage tips
- Pasatiempo overlaps with afición and hobby; use pasatiempo for specific activities one does and afición for a lasting interest or passion.