Interes (en. Interest)

in-te-res

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A desire or attraction to something or a subject.
He has an interest in art and music.
May interes siya sa sining at musika.
Money earned from invested capital.
The bank gave interest on our savings.
Ang bangko ay nagbigay ng interes sa aming ipon.
Having care or concern for a person or situation.
The government has an interest in the health of its citizens.
May interes ang gobyerno sa kalusugan ng mamamayan.

Etymology

Derived from Spanish 'interés'

Common Phrases and Expressions

interest of the nation
The welfare or benefit of the nation or community.
interes ng bayan

Related Words

benefit
The advantage or relief from something.
kapakinabangan

Slang Meanings

Let's be cool
Come on, let's just be cool about our projects!
Sige na, interes na lang tayo sa mga proyekto natin!
Vibe
Her vibe about art is amazing!
Ang ganda ng metro ng kanyang interes sa sining!
Attractive
It's like people are just attracted to him/her!
Parang pogi/beauty lang ang interes ng mga tao sa kanya!