Some people spend a lot of money on their hobbies. Do you think that's worth it?

A natural way to answer

It depends on the person, really. Spending money on a hobby can be worth it if it brings real enjoyment and doesn't break the bank. The problem is when people start splashing out on expensive equipment mainly to keep up with others.

Key phrases to use

• break the bank — to cost so much that you have money problems; usually used in the negative“A small hobby like sketching won't break the bank.”
• splash out — to spend a lot of money on something, often as a treat“We splashed out on a really good coffee machine.”
• keep up with — to stay at the same level or pace as others, so you don't fall behind“I can't keep up with all the new gadgets.”