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English - Chinese
Interest
ˈɪnt(ə)rəst
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
兴趣, 利息, 利益, 关注
Interest meanings in Chinese
兴趣
Example:
I have a strong interest in photography.
我对摄影有浓厚的兴趣。
What are your interests?
你的兴趣是什么？
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversations when discussing hobbies, preferences, or activities someone enjoys.
Note: This meaning is often used to talk about what someone likes or enjoys doing.
利息
Example:
The bank offers a high interest rate on savings accounts.
银行提供高利率的储蓄账户。
I need to pay the interest on my loan.
我需要支付我的贷款利息。
Usage: formalContext: Used in financial and banking contexts, especially when discussing loans, savings, and investments.
Note: This term is specific to finance and refers to the cost of borrowing money or the earnings from deposited funds.
利益
Example:
We must consider the interests of all parties involved.
我们必须考虑所有相关方的利益。
His actions were in the interest of the company.
他的行为符合公司的利益。
Usage: formalContext: Commonly used in legal, business, or political discussions where the advantages or benefits to individuals or groups are considered.
Note: This meaning implies a concern for the welfare or advantage of someone or something.
关注
Example:
The project is of great interest to the community.
这个项目引起了社区的广泛关注。
We need to take an interest in environmental issues.
我们需要关注环境问题。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions about social issues, topics of concern, or matters that require attention.
Note: This usage emphasizes awareness or attention given to a topic or issue.
Interest's synonyms
fascination
Fascination refers to a strong attraction or interest in something.
Example: She had a fascination with ancient history.
Note: Fascination implies a deep and intense interest in a particular subject or activity.
curiosity
Curiosity is a strong desire to know or learn something.
Example: The child's curiosity about the world around him was endless.
Note: Curiosity often involves a sense of inquisitiveness or a desire for knowledge rather than just a general interest.
enthusiasm
Enthusiasm is a strong excitement or interest in something.
Example: His enthusiasm for the project was contagious.
Note: Enthusiasm conveys a sense of passion and eagerness towards a particular subject or activity.
passion
Passion is a strong and intense love or enthusiasm for something.
Example: She had a passion for music from a young age.
Note: Passion typically implies a deep emotional connection and dedication to a particular interest or activity.
Interest expressions, common phrases
take an interest
To show curiosity or concern about something.
Example: She took an interest in photography and started taking classes.
Note: The original word 'interest' refers to a feeling of wanting to learn more about something, while 'take an interest' emphasizes actively engaging with or showing concern for that thing.
lose interest
To stop being interested in or enthusiastic about something.
Example: I lost interest in the book halfway through and couldn't finish it.
Note: While 'interest' refers to the feeling of wanting to learn more, 'lose interest' indicates a decrease in that feeling or enthusiasm.
conflict of interest
A situation in which a person's personal interests or loyalties could potentially clash with their professional duties or responsibilities.
Example: The judge recused himself from the case due to a conflict of interest.
Note: Unlike the general sense of 'interest' as curiosity or attraction, 'conflict of interest' specifically refers to a situation where personal interests may interfere with one's professional role.
in one's best interest
Something that is advantageous or beneficial for a person.
Example: It is in your best interest to study hard for the exam.
Note: While 'interest' refers to a feeling or desire, 'in one's best interest' focuses on what is most beneficial or advantageous for that person.
vested interest
A personal stake or involvement in a situation, especially one that is tied to financial gain or benefit.
Example: The company has a vested interest in ensuring the project's success.
Note: Unlike 'interest' as a general feeling of curiosity, 'vested interest' emphasizes a personal stake or involvement, often with financial implications.
lose interest in
To no longer feel curious about or enthusiastic toward something.
Example: She lost interest in playing the guitar after a few lessons.
Note: Similar to 'lose interest,' 'lose interest in' specifically points to a decrease in curiosity or enthusiasm for a particular activity or topic.
a keen interest
A strong or enthusiastic interest in something.
Example: He has always had a keen interest in history and loves to read historical books.
Note: While 'interest' can be a general feeling, 'a keen interest' emphasizes a strong, intense enthusiasm or curiosity for a specific subject or activity.
Interest everyday (slang) expressions
Float someone's boat
To interest or excite someone, to be appealing or satisfying to someone.
Example: Watching documentaries really floats my boat.
Note: It emphasizes personal preference or enjoyment rather than a general interest.
Tickle someone's fancy
To be appealing or interesting to someone, to capture someone's interest or attention.
Example: The new art exhibition really tickles my fancy.
Note: It implies a sense of delight or amusement associated with the interest.
Float someone's goat
To provoke someone's interest or reaction, to excite or annoy someone.
Example: That kind of music really floats his goat.
Note: It has a slightly mischievous or annoying connotation in provoking interest.
Tickle your brain
To intellectually stimulate or interest someone, to challenge someone's mind.
Example: Solving puzzles really tickles my brain.
Note: It focuses on cognitive engagement and mental stimulation as opposed to a general interest.
Pique someone's curiosity
To arouse someone's interest or curiosity, to make someone interested or eager to learn more.
Example: The mysterious message piqued her curiosity.
Note: It specifically refers to curiosity or the desire to know more rather than a general interest.
Turn someone on to (something)
To introduce or expose someone to something that sparks their interest or enthusiasm.
Example: Her friend turned her on to jazz music.
Note: It indicates introducing someone to something new that could potentially ignite their interest.
Ring a bell
To trigger a faint memory or association, to sound familiar or remind someone of something.
Example: The name sounds familiar, but it doesn't ring a bell.
Note: It involves a subtle recognition or connection to something previously known, sparking a sense of interest or recollection.
Interest - Examples
érdeklődés
兴趣
kamat
利息
érdekeltség
兴趣
Interest grammar
Interest - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: interest
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): interests, interest
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): interest
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): interested
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): interesting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): interests
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): interest
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): interest
Syllables, Separation and Stress
interest Contains 3 syllables: in • ter • est
Phonetic transcription: ˈin-t(ə-)rəst
in ter est , ˈin t(ə )rəst (The red syllable is stressed)
Interest - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
interest: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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