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How can I ask about someone's favorite hobbies in Japanese

日本語学習者のための日常生活に欠かせない質問: How can I ask about someone's favorite hobbies in Japanese
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To ask about someone’s favorite hobbies in Japanese, you can use the following phrases:

Basic and Polite Phrases

  1. 趣味は何ですか？ (Shumi wa nan desu ka?)

    • Translation: “What is your hobby?”
    • This is a polite and commonly used way to inquire about someone’s hobbies.

  2. あなたの趣味は何ですか？ (Anata no shumi wa nan desu ka?)

    • Translation: “What is your hobby?”
    • This version includes “あなたの (anata no)” meaning “your,” but it’s often omitted in casual conversation as it can sound overly formal or impersonal.

  3. 趣味は何？ (Shumi wa nani?)

    • Translation: “What’s your hobby?”
    • A more casual way to ask, suitable for friends or peers.

Alternative Phrases

  1. 趣味あるの？ (Shumi aru no?)

    • Translation: “Do you have a hobby?”
    • Casual and informal, often used among close friends.

  2. 暇な時に何をするの？ (Hima na toki ni nani o suru no?)

    • Translation: “What do you do in your free time?”
    • A broader question that can lead to a discussion about hobbies.

  3. 最近ハマってることある？ (Saikin hamatteru koto wa aru?)

    • Translation: “Is there anything you’re into recently?”
    • This phrase is great for asking about current interests or trends someone enjoys.

Follow-Up Questions

  • どんな趣味が好きですか？ (Donna shumi ga suki desu ka?)
    • Translation: “What kind of hobbies do you like?”
  • スポーツが好きですか？ (Supōtsu ga suki desu ka?)
    • Translation: “Do you like sports?”

These phrases allow you to engage in conversation about hobbies in both formal and casual contexts, depending on the situation and your relationship with the person you’re speaking to 1, 3, 5.

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