noun
interest, concern
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Noun meaning 'interest' or 'concern'. Neuter (das Interesse), plural Interessen. Commonly used with the preposition 'an' (Interesse an + Dativ) as in 'Interesse an etwas haben'. Genitive singular often 'des Interesses'. No unusual plural; standard declension provided. Used for personal curiosity and financial interest (Zinsen).
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Das Interesse der Menge war spürbar.
The crowd's interest was noticeable.
Die Firma zeigte Interesse an dem Projekt, als die Ergebnisse präsentiert wurden.
The company showed interest in the project when the results were presented.
Ich habe großes Interesse an dem Kurs.
I have a great interest in the course.
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Picture someone reading a book with interest; the book has 'Interesse' on the cover.
Like English 'interest' — easy cognate.
Das Interesse — many abstract nouns formed from Latin roots are neuter.
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Interesse is neuter (das Interesse). Use 'Interessen' as the plural for multiple interests.