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interessiert
interested
The German word "interessiert" is the past participle and adjective form of the verb "interessieren", meaning "interested".
It comes from "interessieren" (to interest), which itself is borrowed from Latin interesse (to be between, to matter).
Similar words:
- neugierig (curious)
- wissbegierig (eager to learn)
- fasziniert (fascinated)
Difference:
- Interessiert indicates a general interest or attention towards something.
- Neugierig expresses a desire to learn or know more, often with more intensity.
- Fasziniert means being deeply captivated or mesmerized, going beyond mere interest.
- Wissbegierig specifically relates to eagerness for knowledge.
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Examples
Er ist sehr interessiert an dem Thema.adjective
He is very interested in the topic.
Er wirkt interessiert an deinem Vorschlag.adjective
He seems interested in your proposal.
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