Was sind deine Hobbys? Talking about your hobbies in German - Coffee Break German To Go Episode 10

Introduction

This tutorial focuses on how to talk about your hobbies in German, specifically in response to the question "Was sind deine Hobbys?" (What are your hobbies?). This phrase is essential for engaging in conversations about personal interests and is useful in both informal and formal contexts. We will break down the process of understanding and practicing responses based on real-life interviews conducted in Berlin.

Step 1: Learn the Question

Start by mastering how to ask about hobbies in German:

• Informal: "Was sind deine Hobbys?"
• Formal: "Was sind Ihre Hobbys?"

Practice pronouncing these phrases to gain confidence in using them in conversations.

Step 2: Understand Common Responses

Familiarize yourself with typical answers to the question about hobbies. Here are some common hobbies you might hear:

• Lesen (Reading)
• Sport treiben (Playing sports)
• Musik hören (Listening to music)
• Reisen (Traveling)
• Kochen (Cooking)

Try to understand the context and meaning behind each hobby when you hear them in conversation.

Step 3: Build Your Vocabulary

Expand your vocabulary by learning related terms and phrases that can help you describe your hobbies in more detail:

• Ich mag (I like)
• Ich interessiere mich für (I am interested in)
• Mein Lieblingshobby ist (My favorite hobby is)

Use these phrases to create sentences about your own hobbies.

Step 4: Practice Listening Skills

Watch the interviews from the video without subtitles first to challenge your listening comprehension. Then, turn on the German subtitles to follow along and ensure you understand the responses. Consider enabling English subtitles for additional context.

Step 5: Formulate Your Own Answers

Using the vocabulary and phrases learned, prepare your own responses to the question. For example:

• "Ich mag Reisen und Sport treiben." (I like traveling and playing sports.)
• "Mein Lieblingshobby ist Kochen." (My favorite hobby is cooking.)

Practice speaking these sentences out loud to improve your fluency.

Step 6: Engage in Conversations

Once you feel comfortable with asking and answering the question, find opportunities to practice with others. You can:

• Participate in language exchange meetups.
• Use language apps to connect with native speakers.
• Practice with friends or family who are also learning German.

Conclusion

By mastering the question "Was sind deine Hobbys?" and preparing thoughtful responses, you can engage more deeply in conversations about personal interests. Remember to practice your listening skills and vocabulary to enhance your understanding and speaking abilities. As you continue learning, consider exploring more complex topics and conversations to further your German language skills. Happy learning!