What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking up a new hobby? IELTS Speaking Practice

9 What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking up a new hobby? In this IELTS Speaking practice conversation, the examiner and candidate discuss the pros and cons of starting a new hobby. They highlight benefits like relaxation, stress relief, and social opportunities, as well as drawbacks such as time commitment and cost. The examiner provides feedback on vocabulary use, focusing on terms like “therapeutic” and “commitment,” to enhance the candidate's language skills.