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interests
/ˈɪnt(ə)ɹɪsts/
The word functions as a bridge between mental curiosity and tangible ownership. In its most common sense, it describes an intellectual or emotional pull toward a subject, ranging from casual hobbies to deep academic passions.
When shifted to a financial or legal context, the feeling of "interest" transforms into a concrete stake. Here, it denotes a claim, a right, or a profit-driven involvement in something. It is less about curiosity and more about benefit and ownership.
In banking, it refers to the cost of borrowing or the reward for saving. This specific usage is sterile and mathematical, devoid of the emotional quality found in personal interests.
Countable when referring to specific hobbies ('my interests include hiking and chess') or financial stakes in a company. Uncountable when referring to the general feeling of curiosity ('there is great interest in the new project') or the percentage rate paid on a loan.
💬Conversación Casual
Chloe's losing it. You have zero common interests besides gaming.
damn that's crazy
Meanings
Examples
Tell me about your interests outside of school.
The company has significant interests in the energy sector.
My interests have shifted from painting to digital art.
The treaty was designed to protect the national interests of both countries.
Does anyone here have any interests in ancient mythology?
She has several competing interests that make it hard to focus.
Collocations & Compounds
personal interests
Activities, hobbies, or subjects that an individual finds engaging and enjoyable.
financial interests
A stake or involvement in a financial undertaking or business.
conflicting interests
Situations where different parties have opposing needs or desires.
The mediator must navigate these conflicting interests.
common interests
Hobbies, activities, or subjects that are shared by two or more people.
vested interests
A special interest in an undertaking or in the development of a situation, especially one that gives a person a sense of involvement or that affects them directly.
The reform faced opposition from vested interests.
Idioms & Sayings
none of your interests
It is not your concern; it does not involve you.
protect one's interests
To take action to ensure that one's own needs, rights, or advantages are not harmed.
Etymology
The word 'interests' originates from the Latin word 'interesse', meaning 'to be between' or 'to concern'. It evolved into the Old French 'interesser', which meant 'to concern, to involve'. The English word 'interest' first appeared in the late 15th century, initially referring to a 'concern or attention regarding something'. The financial meaning, referring to a share in a business or a sum paid for the use of money, emerged in the 16th century. This financial sense likely developed from the idea of having a 'stake' or 'share' in a venture, which was a form of concern or involvement. The plural form 'interests' became common to describe multiple concerns, hobbies, or financial stakes.