Hobbys - A1-A2
Master German vocabulary for hobbies and leisure activities. This comprehensive list covers sports, arts, entertainment, and other pastimes.
Learn essential words for talking about what you like to do in your free time, from sports to reading to cooking.
Whether you enjoy sports, music, reading, or creative activities, these words will help you discuss your hobbies in German.
Word List
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | das Hobby | hobby | Was ist dein Hobby? | What is your hobby? |
| 2 | lesen | to read | Ich lese gerne Bücher. | I like to read books. |
| 3 | das Buch | book | Ich lese ein gutes Buch. | I'm reading a good book. |
| 4 | Musik hören | to listen to music | Ich höre gerne Musik. | I like to listen to music. |
| 5 | die Musik | music | Welche Musik magst du? | What music do you like? |
| 6 | singen | to sing | Ich singe gerne. | I like to sing. |
| 7 | tanzen | to dance | Lass uns tanzen! | Let's dance! |
| 8 | der Tanz | dance | Ich mag Tanzen. | I like dancing. |
| 9 | Sport treiben | to do sports | Ich treibe gerne Sport. | I like to do sports. |
| 10 | Fußball spielen | to play soccer | Ich spiele Fußball. | I play soccer. |
| 11 | der Fußball | soccer | Fußball ist mein Lieblingssport. | Soccer is my favorite sport. |
| 12 | Tennis spielen | to play tennis | Ich spiele Tennis. | I play tennis. |
Page 2
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | schwimmen | to swim | Ich schwimme gerne. | I like to swim. |
| 14 | laufen | to run | Ich laufe jeden Morgen. | I run every morning. |
| 15 | radfahren | to cycle | Ich fahre gerne Rad. | I like to cycle. |
| 16 | das Fahrrad | bicycle | Ich fahre mit dem Fahrrad. | I ride a bicycle. |
| 17 | wandern | to hike | Wir wandern am Wochenende. | We hike on weekends. |
| 18 | kochen | to cook | Ich koche gerne. | I like to cook. |
| 19 | backen | to bake | Ich backe einen Kuchen. | I'm baking a cake. |
| 20 | malen | to paint | Ich male gerne. | I like to paint. |
| 21 | zeichnen | to draw | Ich zeichne ein Bild. | I'm drawing a picture. |
| 22 | fotografieren | to photograph | Ich fotografiere gerne. | I like to take photos. |
| 23 | die Kamera | camera | Ich habe eine neue Kamera. | I have a new camera. |
| 24 | Filme schauen | to watch movies | Ich schaue gerne Filme. | I like to watch movies. |
Page 3
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | der Film | movie | Welcher Film ist dein Favorit? | Which movie is your favorite? |
| 26 | spielen | to play | Ich spiele gerne Spiele. | I like to play games. |
| 27 | das Spiel | game | Lass uns ein Spiel spielen. | Let's play a game. |
Related Exercises
Multiple Choice
Test your vocabulary with multiple-choice questions. Switch between English → German and German → English modes.
Write the Word
Active recall exercise. Type the German word for the English translation. Handles umlauts and case variations.
Insert a Word in a Sentence
Complete sentences by choosing the correct word from multiple choice options. Practice vocabulary in context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vocabulary is covered in this topic?
This page covers 27 essential German words for Hobbys at A1-A2 level, including common terms and phrases you'll need in real-world situations.
How should I practice these words?
Practice by reading the example sentences, using the words in context, and completing the related exercises. Regular review is key to retention.
Are there exercises available?
Yes! Check the Related Exercises section above for interactive practice activities that will help you master this vocabulary.