Likes · part 2 — digging deeper

Ask what kind and what got someone into it; share your taste.

「どんな〜？」「きっかけは？」と一歩踏みこんで聞けるようになりましょう。

Key English phrases

What kind of ~?
What got you into ~?
I'm not a big fan of ~
I prefer ~

Example conversation

AYou said you're into music. What kind?
BMostly indie rock. What got you into music?
AMy dad, actually — he played guitar. I'm not a big fan of pop, though.
BSame — I prefer something with real instruments.
AExactly. What got you into indie?
BA friend took me to a small concert, and I was hooked.

In context

When I'm curious about someone's hobby, I dig a little deeper. I ask, 'What kind of music are you into?' and 'What got you into it?' People love telling that story. I'm honest about my own taste too — I'm not a big fan of mainstream pop, and I prefer indie bands. Asking 'what got you into it' usually leads to a great story. What got you into your hobby?

When to use it · practice

Drew likes a hobby you want to know more about. Dig deeper with two questions.
Drewの趣味をもっと知りたいです。2つの質問で踏みこみましょう。
Drew mentions a genre you dislike. Politely say it's not for you.
Drewが苦手なジャンルを話します。ていねいに「自分には向かない」と言いましょう。
Share your own story. Say what got you into your hobby.
自分の話もしましょう。趣味のきっかけを言いましょう。

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