​7 Most Popular Hobbies of Chinese Young People

Chinese younger generation have found different ways to spend their leisure time and indulge in their favorite hobbies.

Do you know staying at home (宅家) has also become a hobby for many? And actually you can do a lot at home!

Learn some useful Chinese hobby vocabulary and phrases today~

1. 宅(家）zhái jiā

Stay at home

"Full-time children" or just as a hobby, Chinese young people are spending more and more time at home these days, and actually you can do a lot at home, as long as you have the internet and a phone.

2. 网购 wǎng gòu

Shopping online

Online shopping is more than a hobby for those who get a thrill out of traversing the biggest mall in the world: the internet.

3. 追剧 zhuī jù

Binge watch TV shows

Definitely not a healthy hobby if you never pause a drama marathon, but if it helps you to relax a bit...

4. 玩手机 wán shǒu jī

Play phone

Nothing wrong with playing your phone as long as you don't do that on roads, or during classes!

5. 打麻将 dǎ má jiàng

Play Mahjong

Mahjong, as a combination of strategic thinking and social interaction, is a favorite pastime for many Chinese people, especially the elderly. But nowadays more and more young people have fallen in love with Mahjong. And you don't even need to leave the house. Place your orders online, call your friends and invite them over!

6. 聚餐 jù cān

Dine Together

Who can resist some big dinner after a long day?

7. KTV

Karaoke

One of the most popular activities in China. If you never went to a venue, you're missing out. If you're not confident with your singing, download an app on your phone, and enjoy your performance alone at home!

What're your hobbies? What do you usually do on the weekends? Leave a comment and share with me!

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