Intéressée (en. Interested)

/ɛ̃.te.ʁ.e.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Referring to a person who is engaged in a situation or a topic that attracts their attention.
She is very interested in contemporary art.
Elle est très intéressée par l'art contemporain.
Describes a person who seeks an advantage in a situation.
He is interested in the project because he could gain a lot from it.
Il est intéressé par le projet car il pourrait y gagner beaucoup.
One that arouses interest or curiosity.
It is a very interesting book that captures attention.
C'est un livre très intéressant qui capte l'attention.

Etymology

From the verb 'intéresser', with the suffix '-é' in the feminine form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

interested in something
Someone who has an interest in a particular subject.
intéressé par quelque chose
to be interested in
To be attentive or to be involved in something.
s'intéresser à
to show interest
To show that one cares about a situation.
faire preuve d'intérêt

Related Words

interest
A feeling that drives someone to want to know or participate.
intérêt
to interest
To attract someone's attention or curiosity.
intéresser
curiosity
The desire to learn or to know.
curiosité

Slang Meanings

To be on the lookout
He is always on the lookout for new opportunities.
Il est toujours à l'affût des nouvelles opportunités.
To be curious
She is being curious to find out what is happening.
Elle fait la curieuse pour savoir ce qui se passe.