관심
The feeling of wanting to give your attention to something or of wanting to be involved with and to discover more about something.
Examples
3 of 5사회적 문제에 관심을 가져야 합니다.
We must take an interest in social issues.
그는 과학 분야에 깊은 관심이 있습니다.
He has a deep interest in the field of science.
신제품에 대한 소비자들의 관심이 뜨겁습니다.
Consumer interest in the new product is high.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Kwan-sim: Sounds like 'Can-See-Him'. If you have *interest* in someone, you want to 'can see him' often.
Quick Quiz
최근 환경 보호에 대한 사람들의 ( )이 높아졌습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 관심
Examples
사회적 문제에 관심을 가져야 합니다.
formalWe must take an interest in social issues.
그는 과학 분야에 깊은 관심이 있습니다.
academicHe has a deep interest in the field of science.
신제품에 대한 소비자들의 관심이 뜨겁습니다.
businessConsumer interest in the new product is high.
너 요즘 뭐에 관심 있어?
informalWhat are you interested in these days?
아이에게 더 많은 관심을 기울여 주세요.
everydayPlease pay more attention to the child.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
관심 밖이다
to be out of one's interest
특별한 관심
special interest
관심을 두다
to put interest in
Often Confused With
흥미 is more about 'fun' or 'amusement', while 관심 is a broader 'attention' or 'concern'.
Usage Notes
Crucial for IELTS Speaking Part 1 when discussing hobbies and things you like.
Common Mistakes
Saying '관심을 하다' instead of the correct '관심을 가지다'.
Memory Tip
Kwan-sim: Sounds like 'Can-See-Him'. If you have *interest* in someone, you want to 'can see him' often.
Word Origin
From Hanja 關心 (관심), '관' (to relate/close) and '심' (heart).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
최근 환경 보호에 대한 사람들의 ( )이 높아졌습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 관심
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