interest

UK
/ˈɪntrəst/
US
/ˈɪntrəst/

Translations

interestnoun
interests
pl
UK
/ˈɪntrəst/
US
/ˈɪntrəst/
She has a strong interest in art.
У неё сильный интерес к искусству.
The bank offers a 5% interest on savings accounts.
Банк предлагает 5% процент на сберегательные счета.
He has a financial interest in the company.
У него есть финансовая доля в компании.
interestverb
interested
Past Simple
interested
Past Participle
interesting
Gerund
UK
/ˈɪn.trəst/
US
/ˈɪn.trəst/
The new project will interest many investors.
Новый проект будет интересовать многих инвесторов.
The teacher's stories always interest the students.
Истории учителя всегда увлекают студентов.
Additional translations
interestadjective
UK
/ˈɪn.trəst/
US
/ˈɪn.trəst/ or /ˈɪn.tɚ.ɪst/
Used attributively before a noun to denote a connection with financial interest (e.g. interest rate, interest payment).

Definitions

interestnoun
The feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
She has a keen interest in ancient history.
Money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt.
The bank offers a 3% interest rate on savings accounts.
A stake or involvement in an undertaking, especially a financial one.
He has a significant interest in the new tech startup.
A group or organization having a common concern, especially in politics or business.
The environmental interest lobbied for stricter pollution controls.
The advantage or benefit of a person or group.
It's in your best interest to keep the documents safe.
An activity, subject, or pastime that someone enjoys doing or learning about.
Her interests include hiking, painting, and astronomy.
interestverb
To engage or excite the attention or curiosity of someone.
The new art exhibit is sure to interest many visitors.
To persuade someone to participate or become involved in something.
She tried to interest her friends in joining the book club.
interestadjective
Relating to or associated with interest, especially financial charges on borrowed money.
Interest payments are due at the end of each quarter.