When discussing hobbies in Indonesian, the word you'll frequently encounter is hobi. It's a direct loanword from English, so its meaning is quite intuitive for English speakers. You might use it in a question like, "Apa hobimu?" which translates to "What is your hobby?"
When answering, you can simply state your hobby. For example, if you enjoy reading, you could say, "Hobi saya membaca," meaning "My hobby is reading." It's a straightforward and common word that will come in handy in many casual conversations.
§ What 'Hobi' Means
- Definition
- Hobby. 'Hobi' is a direct borrowing from English, so it's easy to remember. It refers to an activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure.
§ Asking About Hobbies
The most common way to ask someone about their hobby in Indonesian is: Apa hobi kamu? (What is your hobby?).
Apa hobi kamu?
- Translation hint
- 'Apa' (What) + 'hobi' (hobby) + 'kamu' (your/you).
You can also use 'Anda' for a more formal tone: Apa hobi Anda?
§ Stating Your Hobby
To state your hobby, you would say: Hobi saya adalah... (My hobby is...). Then, you add your hobby.
Hobi saya adalah membaca buku.
- Translation hint
- 'Hobi' (hobby) + 'saya' (my) + 'adalah' (is) + 'membaca buku' (reading books).
Hobi dia adalah memasak.
- Translation hint
- 'Hobi' (hobby) + 'dia' (his/her) + 'adalah' (is) + 'memasak' (cooking).
§ Using 'Hobi' with Possessive Pronouns
Indonesian possessive pronouns are placed after the noun. So, for 'my hobby', it's 'hobi saya'.
- Hobi saya (my hobby)
- Hobi kamu/Anda (your hobby)
- Hobi dia/nya (his/her hobby)
- Hobi kita/kami (our hobby)
- Hobi mereka (their hobby)
Hobinya adalah melukis.
- Translation hint
- 'Hobby-his/her' ('nya' is a suffix for 'dia') + 'adalah' (is) + 'melukis' (painting).
§ Talking About Multiple Hobbies
If someone has more than one hobby, you can list them. The word for 'and' is 'dan'.
Hobi saya adalah berenang dan membaca.
- Translation hint
- 'My hobby is swimming and reading'.
When talking about multiple hobbies, 'hobi' can remain singular or become plural by repeating it ('hobi-hobi') or adding 'para' (for people, not things) or 'berbagai' (various). However, simply using the singular 'hobi' is very common even for multiple hobbies.
Hobi-hobinya banyak sekali.
- Translation hint
- 'His/Her hobbies are very many' (He/She has many hobbies).
§ 'Hobi' as a Verb (with 'ber-')
While 'hobi' is a noun, you can use the prefix 'ber-' to form a verb-like structure meaning 'to have a hobby (of doing something)'. This isn't super common with 'hobi' itself but useful for understanding prefixes.
Dia berhobi mengumpulkan perangko.
- Translation hint
- 'He/She has a hobby of collecting stamps.'
More commonly, you would just say: Hobi dia adalah mengumpulkan perangko.
Let's learn about 'hobi' in Indonesian. It's a simple and common word, good for beginners. Understanding 'hobi' will help you talk about your interests and ask others about theirs.
§ What 'Hobi' Means
'Hobi' means 'hobby' in English. It refers to an activity done for pleasure during one's free time. It's a direct loanword from English, so it's easy to remember!
- Indonesian Word
- hobi
- CEFR Level
- A1
- English Definition
- Hobby
§ Using 'Hobi' in Sentences
Here are some common ways to use 'hobi' in Indonesian sentences. Pay attention to how it fits in.
Hobi saya membaca buku.
My hobby is reading books.
Apa hobi kamu?
What is your hobby? (informal)
Dia punya banyak hobi baru.
He/She has many new hobbies.
Kami sering melakukan hobi bersama.
We often do hobbies together.
§ Common Hobbies in Indonesian
Here’s a list of common hobbies translated into Indonesian. This will expand your vocabulary and help you talk about various activities.
- Membaca: Reading
- Memasak: Cooking
- Bermain musik: Playing music
- Olahraga: Sports/Exercising
- Melukis: Painting
- Menulis: Writing
- Berkebun: Gardening
- Berjalan-jalan: Walking/Strolling
- Menyanyi: Singing
- Menonton film: Watching movies
§ 'Hobi' vs. Alternatives
While 'hobi' is the most direct translation for hobby, sometimes you might hear or use other words depending on the context. Let's look at some.
1. Kegemaran
- Definition
- Fondness, liking, passion. It suggests something you really like doing, often with a strong emotional connection.
You can use 'kegemaran' when you want to emphasize a strong liking or passion for an activity. It carries a slightly stronger nuance than 'hobi'.
Memancing adalah kegemaran Ayah.
Fishing is Father's passion/favorite activity.
2. Aktivitas (Kegiatan)
- Definition
- Activity. This is a general term for any action or thing that is done.
You would use 'aktivitas' (or 'kegiatan', which is very similar) when you're talking about an activity in general, without necessarily implying it's a hobby. It's a broader term.
Ada banyak aktivitas di akhir pekan.
There are many activities on the weekend.
Dia ikut kegiatan sosial.
He/She participates in social activities.
In most casual conversations about leisure pursuits, 'hobi' is your best and most straightforward choice. Use 'kegemaran' when you want to express a stronger passion, and 'aktivitas' when you're talking about activities in a more general sense.
§ Wrapping Up 'Hobi'
'Hobi' is a fundamental word to know. It's easy to use and directly applicable to daily conversations. Practice using it to ask about others' interests and share your own. Keep practicing!
Curiosidade
The English word 'hobby' is a shortened form of 'hobbyhorse', referring to a child's toy horse. The Dutch borrowed it, and then Indonesian borrowed it from Dutch.
Guia de pronúncia
- Mispronouncing the 'o' as in 'hot' instead of 'hobby'.
- Not stressing the first syllable.
Exemplos por nível
Apa hobi kamu?
What is your hobby?
Literally: What hobby you?
Hobi saya membaca buku.
My hobby is reading books.
Literally: Hobby I read book.
Dia punya banyak hobi baru.
He has many new hobbies.
Literally: He has many hobby new.
Berenang adalah hobi yang bagus untuk kesehatan.
Swimming is a good hobby for health.
Literally: Swim is hobby which good for health.
Hobi kami berbeda, tapi kami tetap berteman baik.
Our hobbies are different, but we remain good friends.
Literally: Hobby our different, but we still friend good.
Apa hobi favoritmu?
What is your favorite hobby?
Literally: What hobby favorite you?
Hobi barunya adalah berkebun.
His new hobby is gardening.
Literally: Hobby new he is gardening.
Saya tidak punya hobi yang spesifik.
I don't have a specific hobby.
Literally: I not have hobby which specific.
Padrões gramaticais
Padrões de frases
Apa hobi kamu?
A: Apa hobi kamu? B: Hobi saya membaca buku. (My hobby is reading books.)
Hobi dia adalah [activity].
Hobi dia adalah bermain sepak bola. (His/Her hobby is playing soccer.)
Saya suka [activity] sebagai hobi.
Saya suka memasak sebagai hobi. (I like cooking as a hobby.)
Kamu punya hobi apa?
A: Kamu punya hobi apa? B: Saya punya hobi mendaki gunung. (I have a hobby of mountain climbing.)
[Activity] adalah hobi saya.
Berenang adalah hobi saya. (Swimming is my hobby.)
Dia tidak punya hobi.
Dia tidak punya hobi. (He/She doesn't have a hobby.)
Kami punya hobi yang sama.
Kami punya hobi yang sama, yaitu mendengarkan musik. (We have the same hobby, which is listening to music.)
Apa hobi favoritmu?
A: Apa hobi favoritmu? B: Hobi favorit saya adalah fotografi. (My favorite hobby is photography.)
Origem da palavra
Dutch loanword: 'hobby'
Significado original: hobby, leisure pursuit
Proto-GermanicContexto cultural
When asking someone about their 'hobi', it's a friendly and common way to get to know them better in Indonesia. Sharing hobbies can often be a conversation starter and help build rapport.
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This is a common way to ask 'What is your hobby?' in Indonesian. 'Apa' means 'What', 'hobi' means 'hobby', and 'Anda' means 'you' (formal).
This sentence means 'My hobby is reading.' 'Hobi' means 'hobby', 'saya' means 'my/I', and 'membaca' means 'to read'.
This sentence means 'He/She has many hobbies.' 'Dia' means 'he/she', 'punya' means 'to have', and 'banyak' means 'many'.
Apa ___ kamu di waktu luang?
The sentence asks what someone does in their free time, and 'hobi' (hobby) fits best here.
___ saya adalah membaca buku.
The sentence states 'my hobby is reading books,' so 'Hobi' is the correct word.
Dia punya banyak ___ yang menarik.
The sentence implies that 'he has many interesting hobbies.'
Apakah kamu punya ___ baru?
This question asks if someone has a 'new hobby'.
Bersepeda adalah ___ yang sehat.
'Bersepeda' (cycling) can be considered a 'hobi' (hobby) that is healthy.
Untuk mengisi waktu luang, saya suka melakukan ___ saya.
To fill free time, one would do their 'hobi' (hobby).
The correct order to form 'My hobby is reading' is 'Hobi saya adalah membaca.'
To ask 'What is your hobby?', the correct order is 'Apa hobimu?'.
To say 'His/Her hobby is swimming', the correct order is 'Hobinya berenang.'.
Pilihlah kalimat yang paling tepat menggunakan kata 'hobi'.
Pilihan ini adalah penggunaan yang paling langsung dan umum untuk menyatakan hobi seseorang.
Ketika seseorang bertanya, 'Apa hobimu?', bagaimana Anda akan menjawabnya jika Anda suka bermain sepak bola?
Menambahkan 'bermain' (to play) sebelum 'sepak bola' (football) adalah cara yang lebih lengkap dan natural untuk menyatakan hobi ini.
Manakah dari kalimat berikut yang menunjukkan bahwa seseorang memiliki lebih dari satu hobi?
Frasa 'beberapa hobi' (several hobbies) dan daftar dua aktivitas menunjukkan lebih dari satu hobi.
Kalimat 'Hobi dia makan nasi goreng' adalah cara yang tepat untuk mengatakan bahwa makan nasi goreng adalah hobinya.
Meskipun bisa dimengerti, lebih alami untuk mengatakan 'Hobinya adalah makan nasi goreng' atau 'Dia suka makan nasi goreng sebagai hobi.'
Jika seseorang berkata 'Hobi saya adalah melukis', itu berarti dia senang melakukan kegiatan melukis di waktu luangnya.
Ya, ini adalah definisi dan penggunaan yang tepat dari kata 'hobi'.
Kata 'hobi' dapat digunakan untuk menggambarkan pekerjaan seseorang yang sangat dia cintai.
Kata 'hobi' secara spesifik merujuk pada aktivitas yang dilakukan di waktu luang untuk kesenangan, bukan pekerjaan atau profesi.
My hobby is reading books at the library every weekend.
What is your new hobby after moving to Jakarta?
My mother has a gardening hobby, and her garden always looks beautiful.
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Hobi saya adalah bermain musik.
Focus: Hobi
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Apakah kamu punya hobi yang menarik?
Focus: Apakah
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Dia menghabiskan banyak waktu untuk hobinya.
Focus: menghabiskan
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This sentence translates to 'My hobby is reading books'. In Indonesian, 'hobi' often functions as a noun and can be used directly after the subject, or with 'adalah' (is/are).
The first part asks 'What is your hobby in your free time?' and the second part answers 'I like drawing'. 'Hobimu' is 'your hobby'. 'Waktu luang' means 'free time'.
This sentence means 'He/She has many new hobbies this year'. 'Punya' means 'to have'. 'Banyak' means 'many'.
Pilihlah kalimat yang paling tepat menggunakan kata 'hobi'.
Pilihan ini adalah penggunaan 'hobi' yang paling alami dalam konteks menyatakan kegemaran atau kegiatan rekreasi seseorang.
Jika seseorang berkata, 'Memasak adalah hobi saya', apa yang mereka maksud?
Kata 'hobi' merujuk pada aktivitas yang dilakukan secara teratur untuk kesenangan, bukan sebagai pekerjaan atau profesi.
Manakah dari pilihan berikut yang BUKAN merupakan contoh 'hobi'?
Tidur adalah kebutuhan dasar manusia, bukan aktivitas rekreasi yang dipilih secara sadar sebagai hobi.
Kata 'hobi' dapat digunakan untuk menggambarkan kegiatan yang dilakukan seseorang untuk mencari nafkah.
'Hobi' secara spesifik merujuk pada kegiatan yang dilakukan untuk kesenangan atau relaksasi di waktu luang, bukan sebagai sumber pendapatan utama.
Memiliki banyak 'hobi' berarti seseorang memiliki banyak waktu luang untuk melakukan hal-hal yang mereka sukai.
Seseorang dengan banyak hobi umumnya mengalokasikan waktu luang mereka untuk mengejar berbagai minat dan kegiatan yang mereka nikmati.
Kata 'hobi' dalam bahasa Indonesia memiliki arti yang sama persis dengan 'hobby' dalam bahasa Inggris.
Kata 'hobi' adalah serapan dari bahasa Inggris 'hobby' dan memiliki arti serta penggunaan yang identik.
This is a common way to ask about someone's current hobby in Indonesian. 'Apa' means 'what', 'hobi' is 'hobby', 'Anda' is the formal 'you', 'saat ini' means 'at this moment' or 'currently', and the question mark indicates it's a question.
'Saya punya' means 'I have'. 'Hobi baru' means 'new hobby'. 'Yaitu' means 'which is' or 'that is', and 'memasak' means 'cooking'. This sentence indicates you have a new hobby which is cooking.
'Dia' means 'he/she'. 'Menghabiskan banyak waktu' means 'spends a lot of time'. 'Untuk hobinya' means 'for his/her hobby', and 'membaca' means 'reading'.
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