What to Say When Someone Asks "What Do You Do For Fun?" | English Speaking Practice
How to Answer “What Do You Do for Fun?” Naturally in English Do you freeze when someone asks, “What do you do for fun?” If your mind goes blank, your English disappears, or you end up giving a short, awkward answer — you are NOT alone. This is one of the most common real-life questions, but most English learners never learn how to answer it naturally. In today’s Simply Talk English lesson, Alex and Emma teach you the exact structure native speakers use to talk about their hobbies. You’ll learn how to give a general answer, add natural details, and keep the conversation going — without translating, panicking, or sounding boring. You’ll also learn real-life examples for dozens of hobbies: reading, cooking, gaming, photography, music, sports, relaxing at home, traveling, fitness, and more. This is practical, everyday English that actually helps you connect with people and express your personality with confidence. By the end of this episode, you’ll never freeze again — you’ll speak smoothly, naturally, and confidently. ⭐ In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why this question is so difficult • The 3-step native speaker structure • Natural vocabulary for dozens of hobbies • Phrasal verbs and casual expressions • How to avoid the most common grammar mistakes • How to sound more fluent (even if you’re a beginner) • A complete, natural example answer • A powerful practice challenge 🎯 Perfect for: • Beginners and intermediate learners • Anyone who struggles to talk about themselves • Students who want natural conversation skills • Real-life English for social situations 🧠 How to use this lesson • Repeat the examples • Adapt the structure to your real hobbies • Use follow-up questions to keep conversations flowing • Write your answer in the comments • Practice daily to build confidence 💬 Practice with us! Write in the comments: What do YOU do for fun? Use the structure from today’s lesson — we’ll give you feedback! 👍 If you enjoyed this lesson: • Like the video • Subscribe for weekly natural-English lessons • Share this with someone learning English 🔖 Hashtags #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #NaturalEnglish #EnglishSpeakingPractice #EnglishConversation #SimplyTalkEnglish #ESL
