10 essential Mandarin Chinese phrases for talking about hobbies
Unlock conversations about your interests in Mandarin Chinese with these 10 must-know phrases.
Hobbies are a fantastic way to connect with people and show your personality. Learning how to discuss your interests in Mandarin can deepen your friendships and make social interactions much more enjoyable. Whether you're at a casual gathering, a language exchange event, or simply chatting with a new acquaintance, these phrases will help you express what you love to do in your free time and inquire about theirs.
What this lesson covers
Core Chinese words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
Flashcards
Practice quiz
Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- 你有什么爱好？nee tsuh-muh ah-hoy?What hobbies do you have?
- 我的爱好是...woh duh ah-hoy shrr...My hobby is...
- 我喜欢...woh shee-hwahn...I like...
- 我正在学...woh dzuhng-dzai shyweh...I am learning...
- 我经常...woh jing-chahng...I often...
- 我很少...woh hehn-shao...I rarely...
- 你呢？nee nuh?What about you?
- 听音乐ting yoon-ywehListening to music
- 看电影kahn deen-yeeingWatching movies
- 运动yoon-dohngExercising/Sports
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