interests
Translation
interests, hobbies, stakes, concerns
Examples
My interests include music and sports.
My interests include music and sports.
This policy serves the public interests.
This policy serves the public interests.
She has business interests in several countries.
She has business interests in several countries.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) interests someone's hobbies or concerns My interests are reading and watching movies.
interests in ((sth.)) a stake or involvement in something He has financial interests in the company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hobbies, concerns, stakes; Antonyms: apathy, indifference
Etymology
From Latin 'inter' (between) + 'esse' (to be), meaning 'it is between' or 'it makes a difference'.
Memory Tips
Think of things that are 'inter' (between) you and the world that you care about.