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[きょう()·()]
kyoumi
noun

English Meaning(s) for 興味

noun
  1. interest (in something); curiosity (about something); zest (for)

Definition and Synonyms for 興味

Interest a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
Synonyms: 娯楽, 慰み, 慰む, 気保養, 気慰み, 気晴らし, 興味, 関心事
Concern something that interests you because it is important or affects you
Synonyms: 興味, 関心, 関心事
Interest a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
Synonyms: インタレスト, 感興, 興味, 関心
Attention a general interest that leads people to want to know more
Synonyms: おこし, アテンション, 嘱目, 注意, 注目, , 興味, 関心

Meanings for each kanji in 興味

» entertain; revive; retrieve; interest; pleasure
» flavor; taste

Categories 興味 is a member of

Recreation an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
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Curiosity a state in which you want to learn more about something
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Interest a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
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Attraction a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts
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Sample Sentences for 興味

I have little interest in history.
His exhibition at the city museum didn't appeal to me at all.
Interest in baseball cuts across classes and ages in this country.
Few students are interested in reading this novel.
She takes a great interest in English.

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