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interest with Russian translation
interest usage examples
Его главный интерес — наблюдение за птицами, и он ведёт небольшой журнал наблюдений.
His main interest is birdwatching, and he keeps a small log of sightings.
Проявите свой интерес к клубу, задав хотя бы один вопрос на собрании.
Show your interest in the club by asking one question at the meeting.
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interest belongs to the topic "Hobbies and Interests, Advertising". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
interest synonyms
What's the difference between interest / hobby / curiosity / passion / pastime / pursuit
A regular activity done for pleasure in free time; narrower and more concrete than 'interest'.
My hobby is painting on weekends.
A desire to learn or know more; often momentary and question‑driven rather than a lasting liking.
Her curiosity about animals led her to read many books.
A very strong or intense interest or feeling about something; stronger and more emotional than 'interest'.
Cooking is her passion; she cooks every day.
An activity done to pass time or for amusement; emphasizes time‑filling rather than a general interest.
Gardening is a popular pastime for many people.
An activity or effort to achieve something; implies active engagement or a long‑term undertaking rather than mere liking.
He spent years in the pursuit of a scientific career.
Eager excitement or strong interest; emphasizes energy and positivity, may be temporary.
She showed great enthusiasm for the school project.
An intense interest often mixed with admiration or wonder; stronger and more absorbing than simple 'interest'.
Her fascination with stars started when she was a child.
A tendency or leaning toward something; more like a natural predisposition than an active interest.
I have an inclination to wake up early.
A liking for one thing over another; emphasizes choice or priority rather than general interest.
My preference is tea rather than coffee.
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How to pronounce interest and what this word means
interest means interest. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce interest
/ən ˈɪntrəst/
interest translation
interest
interest examples
His main interest is birdwatching, and he keeps a small log of sightings.
interest transcription
/ən ˈɪntrəst/, /ˈɪntrəst/
Questions about this word
interest meaning: what does it mean?
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interest pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
interest is pronounced as /ən ˈɪntrəst/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
interest definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
His main interest is birdwatching, and he keeps a small log of sightings. Translation: Его главный интерес — наблюдение за птицами, и он ведёт небольшой журнал наблюдений.
Is interest part of Advertising vocabulary?
Yes, interest can be learned in the Advertising topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is interest part of Hobbies and Interests vocabulary?
Yes, interest can be learned in the Hobbies and Interests topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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