# Talking About Hobbies: ESL Listening Dialogue (A2)

> Free A2 ESL listening dialogue. Two colleagues talk about what they do in their free time. Script, vocabulary, questions and AI audio.

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Last updated: 2026-10-20

CEFR A2 • Social English

A A2 English listening dialogue. Two colleagues talk about what they do in their free time. Use it for listening practice, role play or homework, and generate the audio in a US, UK or Australian accent.

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## Dialogue Script (2 speakers)

Ben: What do you do in your free time, Priya? Priya: I'm really into music. I play the guitar. Ben: Oh, cool! How long have you played? Priya: About two years. I practise every evening. Ben: Every evening? Wow. Priya: What about you? What are your hobbies? Ben: I play football with friends. We play twice a week. Priya: That sounds fun. I'm terrible at sports! Ben: And I can't play any instruments. Priya: I can teach you some guitar if you want. Ben: Really? That would be great!

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## Key Vocabulary

free time

Time when you are not working or studying.

to be into something

To like something a lot.

to practise

To do something again and again to get better.

How often...?

A question about frequency.

## Comprehension Questions

1. What is Priya's hobby?
2. How often does Ben play football?
3. What does Priya offer to do?

Tip: after you generate the audio, open its **Lesson view** for a printable transcript, vocabulary list and quiz with answers.

## How to Use It in Class

- **Before listening:** pre-teach the key vocabulary and ask students to predict what happens.
- **First listen:** students answer the comprehension questions without the script.
- **Second listen:** give out the script and have students underline useful phrases.
- **Speaking:** pairs role-play the dialogue, then change one detail and improvise.

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