Intéressants (en. Interesting)

/ɛ̃.te.ʁɛ.sɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That captures attention or motivates interest.
This book is very interesting.
Ce livre est très intéressant.
That has value or importance.
The results of this study are relevant and interesting.
Les résultats de cette étude sont pertinents et intéressants.
That presents a captivating or engaging aspect.
Documentaries can be very interesting for learning.
Les documentaires peuvent être très intéressants pour apprendre.

Etymology

From the verb 'intéresser' derived from the Latin 'interessare', meaning 'to be among'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

interesting topics
Themes that provoke interest.
des sujets intéressants
to have an interest in something
To be intrigued or attracted to something.
avoir un intérêt pour quelque chose
to show interest
To show enthusiasm or attention.
faire preuve d'intérêt

Related Words

interest
Feeling of attraction or curiosity for something.
intérêt
captivating
That completely captures attention.
captivant
fascinating
That exerts a great attraction.
fascinant

Slang Meanings

Cool
This movie is really cool and interesting.
Ce film est vraiment cool et intéressant.
Top
This exhibition was great and interesting!
Cette expo était top et intéressants !