10 alternatives to saying ‘I like’

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Hello, everyone.
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Thank you very much for being here, watching my new video about
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Alternatives to I Like.
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Did you know that in the Speaking test, particularly in Part 1, you may be asked
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about your hobbies, the things that you
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like and the things that you don’t like?
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This will be a great opportunity to show that
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you know different structures to talk about likes and dislikes.
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In this video, I will present ten different alternatives to I Like.
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I am ready to start. How about you?
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Three, two, one, let’s go.
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Okay, let’s start. What is your hobby?
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Well, I am fond of playing chess. Have you got a hobby?
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I’m really into drawing.
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Which hobbies are the most popular in your country?
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People are interested in team sports.
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Did you have any hobbies when you were a child?
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I was addicted to reading and writing poetry.
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Do you like music? I am crazy about pop music.
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Do you prefer homemade food or fast food?
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I am passionate about cooking so I prefer homemade food,
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I think it’s tastier.
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Do you live in a house or in a flat?
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Nowadays I live in a small flat, and I adore it.
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I think it’s very easy to clean.
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Do your friends like the same hobbies as you?
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Of course they do.
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They are also fans of playing video games.
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What did you use to do in your free time when you were younger?
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Well, I was keen on skating and going fishing with my dad.
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Would you like to visit any different country?
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I would.
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I fancy travelling by plane to somewhere I haven’t been before.
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When using these structures, one of the most important aspects
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that one should consider is the use of the correct preposition.
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For that reason, take a closer look at
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the following table.
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Let’s recap.
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Choose the correct preposition. I am interested
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in basketball. I am crazy
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about you. I was really
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into teaching languages. I was keen
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on his plan.
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For further practice, you can answer these questions on the comments below.
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I hope these tips help.
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If they do, please do not forget to press the like
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button and subscribe to the channel.
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See you all in the next video about Alternatives to I Don’t Like.
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Bye.
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