das Hobby
Meaning and Usage
"Das Hobby" in German refers to a hobby or pastime, an activity done for pleasure in one's leisure time.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Hobby" in German does not have any prefix, root, or suffix. Its etymology is derived from the English word "hobby," which originally meant "small horse." Over time, "hobby" came to represent a favorite pastime or activity.
Comparisons between German and English
In this case, "Hobby" is similar in both German and English, as both words mean the same thing and are both used to refer to a leisure-time activity.
Cultural Context
Germans prioritize their hobbies and leisure time, and it's common for them to engage in various hobbies, such as hiking, gardening, or playing musical instruments.
Example Sentences
- Mein Hobby ist das Lesen. (My hobby is reading.)
- In ihrer Freizeit haben sie verschiedene Hobbys wie Malen und Schwimmen. (In their free time, they have various hobbies like painting and swimming.)
Memory Tips
Associate "Hobby" with the English word "hobby" to help remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Freizeit (feminine, plural: die Freizeiten) - leisure time
- die Leidenschaft (feminine) - passion
- die Beschäftigung (feminine) - activity/occupation
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
- Gender: neuter
- Plural: die Hobbys (the same form is used for singular and plural)
Conjugation (for verbs)
N/A, as "Hobby" is a noun.