personal hobbies
[ˈpɜːrsənəl ˈhɑːbiz]
noun phrasepl: personal hobbies
hobbies pessoais
1. Activities or interests pursued for pleasure and relaxation during one's leisure time, distinct from work or professional obligations
Her personal hobbies include painting, gardening, and reading science fiction novels.
Seus hobbies pessoais incluem pintura, jardinagem e leitura de romances de ficção científica.
2. Individual pastimes that reflect one's personal preferences and passions rather than group activities
He dedicates his weekends to his personal hobbies of woodworking and model building.
Ele dedica seus fins de semana aos seus hobbies pessoais de carpintaria e construção de maquetes.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, personal hobbies are viewed as important for mental health and work-life balance. Brazilians often discuss hobbies in social contexts and value time for leisure activities. Americans similarly emphasize hobbies as a form of self-care and personal fulfillment outside of career pursuits. The English loanword 'hobby' has become standard in Portuguese-speaking contexts.
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