Vocabulary for IELTS (Basic) - Hobbies

Here you will learn some English words about hobbies, such as "climbing", "pottery", "poetry", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS (Basic)
climbing [noun]

the activity or sport of going upwards toward the top of a mountain or rock

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fishing [noun]

the activity of catching a fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

Ex: He uses a special bait for fishing .

the activity of taking care of trees, bushes, and flowers in a garden for pleasure

hiking [noun]

the activity of taking long walks in the countryside or mountains, often for fun

Ex:
jogging [noun]

the sport or activity of running at a slow and steady pace

Ex: He decided to do some jogging instead of going to the gym today .
knitting [noun]

the skill or act of making a piece of clothing from threads of wool, etc. by using a pair of special long thin needles or a knitting machine

leisure [noun]

a period of time when one is free from duties and can do fun activities or relax

Ex: Due to her busy schedule , she struggled to find a balance between work and leisure .

the art or technique of painting with oil paint

Ex: She enrolled in a class to learn the techniques of oil painting , experimenting with different brush strokes and color mixing .

the process, art, or profession of capturing photographs or recording videos

Ex: He specializes in wildlife photography and travels often .
pottery [noun]

the skill or activity of making dishes, pots, etc. using clay

Ex: His pottery workshop produces unique vases and sculptures .
sewing [noun]

the skill or practice of using a scissor, needle, thread, etc. to make or repair clothing

Ex: He spent the afternoon sewing patches onto his old jeans to give them a new look .

the art of producing beautiful handwriting using special writing instruments such as a dip or brush pen

Ex: She received compliments on her wedding invitations , which featured elegant calligraphy in gold ink .

the activity of sewing decorative patterns onto a piece of clothing

Ex: He personalized his denim jacket with colorful embroidery , stitching his initials and favorite symbols onto the back .
pastime [noun]

an enjoyable activity that a person does regularly in their free time

someone who gathers things, as a job or hobby

Ex: The museum reached out to a renowned artifact collector to procure pieces for their upcoming exhibit .
poetry [noun]

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

Ex: The class studied several famous pieces of poetry during the semester .

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: The astronauts are exploring the surface of Mars in a groundbreaking mission .
clubbing [noun]

the act or activity of frequently hanging out in nightclubs

Ex:
yoga [noun]

a Hindu philosophy that focuses on mental and physical exercises which allow someone to be more conscious and united with the spirit of the universe

basketry [noun]

the craft or skill of making baskets by hand

to craft [verb]

to skillfully make something, particularly with the hands

Ex: Artists often craft sculptures from various materials , expressing their creativity .
cookery [noun]

the skill or activity of preparing food

the activity or hobby of studying birds by observing them in their natural surroundings

the activity or sport of riding on a horse

Ex: Horseback riding lessons are available at the local ranch .
riding [noun]

the state or act of a person who rides a horse

the art of shaping and engraving clay, stone, etc. to create artistic objects or figures

Ex: The museum has a section dedicated to the history of sculpture .
drama [noun]

a play that is performed in a theater, on TV, or radio

Ex: She got the leading role in the school drama .
hobby [noun]

an activity that we enjoy doing in our free time

Ex: My hobby is painting , and I enjoy creating colorful artwork .
painting [noun]

the act or art of making pictures, using paints

Ex: Painting requires a balance of creativity and technical skill .
drawing [noun]

the activity or art of creating illustrations by a pen or pencil

Ex: Drawing helps her relax after a long day .

the activity or art of skillfully using one’s hand to create attractive objects

Ex: Wood carving is a traditional handicraft that has been practiced for centuries .