10 essential Italian phrases for talking about hobbies
Unlock conversations about pastimes! Learn how to share your interests and ask others about theirs in Italian.
When you meet new people in Italy, asking about their hobbies is a great way to break the ice and find common ground. Whether you're at a social gathering, a language exchange, or just chatting with a neighbor, knowing how to discuss leisure activities can enrich your interactions. This phrase pack will equip you with the key Italian expressions to talk about what you love doing in your free time and to show genuine curiosity about others. From sports to arts, get ready to expand your conversational horizons!
What this lesson covers
Core Italian words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Words 1–10
- Quali sono i tuoi hobby?KWA-lee SO-no ee TOY-ee HOB-bee?What are your hobbies?
- Mi piace leggere.Mee PYAH-cheh LED-jeh-rehI like to read.
- Nel tempo libero, suono la chitarra.Nel TEM-poh LEE-beh-roh, SWOH-no lah kee-TAR-rahIn my free time, I play the guitar.
- Amo cucinare.AH-moh koo-chee-NAH-rehI love to cook.
- Faccio sport.FAH-choh SPORRTI play sports.
- Mi piace viaggiare.Mee PYAH-cheh vee-ah-DJAH-rehI like to travel.
- Colleziono francobolli.Kol-let-zee-OH-no fran-koh-BOOL-leeI collect stamps.
- Guardo spesso film.GWAR-doh SPESS-soh FEELMI often watch movies.
- Mi piace fare giardinaggio.Mee PYAH-cheh FAH-reh jar-dee-NAHJ-johI like gardening.
- È un hobby interessante.Eh oon HOB-bee een-teh-res-SAHN-tehIt's an interesting hobby.
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