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interest

/ˈɪntrəst/

Interest is the feeling of wanting to give your attention to something or learn more about it. It also refers to an activity or a hobby that a person enjoys doing or studying in their free time.

例文

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1

Cooking is my main interest outside of work.

Cooking is my main interest outside of work.

2

The applicant expressed a keen interest in the research department.

The applicant expressed a keen interest in the research department.

3

I have zero interest in watching that movie.

I have zero interest in watching that movie.

語族

名詞
interest
Verb
interest
副詞
interestingly
形容詞
interesting
関連
disinterest
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覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'nest' where you keep your favorite things; your 'inter-est' is the feeling that makes you want to put things in that nest.

クイックテスト

She has a very strong _____ in learning how to play the piano.

正解!

正解は: interest

例文

1

Cooking is my main interest outside of work.

everyday

Cooking is my main interest outside of work.

2

The applicant expressed a keen interest in the research department.

formal

The applicant expressed a keen interest in the research department.

3

I have zero interest in watching that movie.

informal

I have zero interest in watching that movie.

4

Students must develop an interest in local history to pass the course.

academic

Students must develop an interest in local history to pass the course.

5

Our firm has a significant financial interest in the development of the new software.

business

Our firm has a significant financial interest in the development of the new software.

語族

名詞
interest
Verb
interest
副詞
interestingly
形容詞
interesting
関連
disinterest

よく使う組み合わせ

show interest show interest
lose interest lose interest
have an interest in have an interest in
common interest common interest
personal interest personal interest

よく使うフレーズ

take an interest in

take an interest in

conflict of interest

conflict of interest

in the interest of

in the interest of

よく混同される語

interest vs interesting

Interest is the noun (the thing/feeling), while interesting is the adjective used to describe something that causes that feeling.

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使い方のコツ

When talking about a specific topic, always use the preposition 'in' after 'interest' (e.g., interest in art). It can be used as an uncountable noun for a feeling or a countable noun for specific hobbies.

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よくある間違い

Learners often say 'I am interest in...' when they should say 'I have an interest in...' or 'I am interested in...'.

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覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'nest' where you keep your favorite things; your 'inter-est' is the feeling that makes you want to put things in that nest.

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語源

Derived from the Latin word 'interesse', which means 'to be between' or 'to make a difference'.

文法パターン

Followed by 'in' + noun/gerund Can be used as a countable noun (interests) or uncountable noun Often follows verbs like 'show', 'have', or 'lose'
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文化的な背景

In many English-speaking cultures, having 'common interests' is considered the most important foundation for building a friendship or relationship.

クイックテスト

She has a very strong _____ in learning how to play the piano.

正解!

正解は: interest

関連単語

ready

A2

To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.

simple

A2

Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.

physical

A2

Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.

general

A2

Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.

environmental

A2

Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.

medical

A2

Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.

traditional

A2

Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.

private

A2

Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.

difficult

A2

Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.

religious

A2

Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.

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