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C1 Level Wordlist - Hobbies and Activities

Here you will learn some English words about hobbies and activities, such as "wade", "amateur", "snorkel", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
amateur
amateur
[Adjective]

done for recreation, not as an occupation

Ex: She had an amateur interest in painting, often creating artworks in her spare time. 
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to snorkel

to swim under water with a hollow tube called snorkel through which one can breathe

Ex: We decided to snorkel along the coral reef to observe the underwater wildlife. 
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to wade
to wade
[Verb]

to walk in shallow water

Ex: During the hike, they had to wade across a shallow river. 
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ballroom dancing

a type of dance that involves two people using special movements and fixed steps, such as the waltz or tango

Ex: Ballroom dancing requires precision, coordination, and graceful movements. 
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binge-watching

the act or hobby of watching several episodes of a TV series one after another without a long break

Ex: After a long week, I enjoy binge-watching my favorite TV series on weekends. 
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boating
boating
[noun]

the activity of traveling in a boat for recreation

Ex: Boating on the lake is a favorite summer activity for many families in the area. 
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bodybuilding

the sport or activity of regularly exercising to develop stronger and larger muscles

Ex: Bodybuilding requires a rigorous training regimen and a strict diet to build muscle mass and definition. 
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brewing
brewing
[noun]

the business or activity of making beer

Ex: Brewing beer at home has become a popular hobby for many craft beer enthusiasts. 
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bungee jumping

an activity in which someone jumps from a very high place with a rubber cord tied around their ankles

Ex: Bungee jumping off the bridge gave him an exhilarating rush of adrenaline. 
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flower arranging

the skill of attractively arranging cut flowers

Ex: She took a class in flower arranging to learn how to create beautiful bouquets and centerpieces. 
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modeling
modeling
[noun]

the practice of making something on a smaller scale

Ex: He spent hours modeling a detailed replica of an ancient Roman city for his history project. 
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palm reading

the act of seemingly telling someone about their character or future by looking at the palm of their hand

Ex: She visited a fortune teller who practiced palm reading to learn more about her future. 
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parachuting

the activity of jumping down from a flying plane with a parachute

Ex: She felt an adrenaline rush like never before when parachuting out of an airplane for the first time. 
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sewing
sewing
[noun]

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

Ex: She learned sewing from her grandmother, who taught her how to make dresses and quilts. 
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wine tasting

an event or occasion on which people gather to taste and compare different types of wine

Ex: Wine tasting involves sampling and evaluating different wines to appreciate their flavors and characteristics. 
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acrobatics

special moves such as walking on a tight rope, swinging in the air using certain equipment, etc.

Ex: Acrobatics showcases impressive physical feats such as balancing, tumbling, and aerial maneuvers. 
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astrology
astrology
[noun]

the study of the movements of stars and planets that are thought to affect people and the world

Ex: Astrology is the study of the positions and movements of celestial bodies, believed to influence human affairs and natural events. 
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aromatherapy

a type of treatment in which natural oils that smell sweet are rubbed on the body or their smell is breathed in to improve physical or mental health

Ex: Aromatherapy involves using essential oils extracted from plants to promote physical and psychological well-being. 
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belly dance

a type of dance in which a woman performs quick movements with her hips and belly, originated in the Middle East

Ex: Belly dance is a traditional Middle Eastern dance characterized by movements of the hips and abdomen. 
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bullfight
bullfight
[noun]

a public entertainment, particularly in Spain, in which someone fights a bull and usually kills it

Ex: The matador prepared meticulously for the bullfight, checking his cape and sword one last time. 
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calligraphy

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

Ex: The artist demonstrated exquisite calligraphy with graceful strokes and precise lettering. 
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cosplay
cosplay
[noun]

the activity of wearing a costume similar to that of a character from a movie, video game, or book

Ex: Cosplay events attract people of all ages who enjoy dressing up as their favorite characters from movies, video games, or books. 
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do it yourself
do it yourself
[sentence]

the act of repairing, making, or doing things by oneself instead of paying a professional to do them

Ex: Many people enjoy do-it-yourself projects because they allow for personal creativity and customization. 
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dressage
dressage
[noun]

special moves that a horse is trained to perform by receiving particular commands or body signals from its rider or a competition in which these moves are done

Ex: Dressage is a highly skilled equestrian sport where horse and rider perform precise movements and maneuvers. 
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paintball
paintball
[noun]

a game in which players use special guns that shoot paint

Ex: Paintball fields feature diverse terrain and obstacles that add excitement and challenge to gameplay. 
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parkour
parkour
[noun]

the sport or activity of moving through an area, particularly an urban area, by running, jumping, and climbing over, under, or around different obstacles

Ex: Parkour is a physical discipline where practitioners move through their environment with fluidity, using techniques like running, jumping, and climbing. 
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Sudoku
Sudoku
[noun]

a number puzzle consisting of nine large squares each divided into nine smaller squares that must be filled with the numbers one to nine, without repeating any of them in the same square, column, or row

Ex: Sudoku is a logic-based puzzle game that requires filling a 9x9 grid with numbers from 1 to 9, ensuring each row, column, and 3x3 subgrid contains all digits exactly once. 
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tarot
tarot
[noun]

a set of cards with pictures that fortune tellers use in their trade

Ex: Tarot cards are used by fortune tellers and spiritual practitioners to gain insights into a person's past, present, and future through symbolism and intuition. 
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Zumba
Zumba
[noun]

a well-known fitness program in which people dance to Latin American dance music

Ex: Zumba is a popular fitness program that combines dance and aerobic movements set to energetic music. 
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to knit
to knit
[Verb]

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

Ex: She knitted a cozy scarf for the winter. 
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