If you want to say “interesting” in Spanish, the word interesante (interesting) is the most common adjective you’ll use. It’s an easy one to remember because it’s a cognate word in Spanish, it’s the same for both masculine and feminine nouns, and it can be an appropriate reaction to many situations.
But there are more ways to show your interest. Go beyond ¡Qué interesante! (How interesting!) in Spanish and level-up your adjectives to talk about what interests you.
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Saying ‘it is interesting’ in Spanish
Interesante is an adjective in Spanish. To say something is interesting, use es (it is), a form of the verb ser.
- El arte me gusta más porque es interesante. = I like art the most because it’s interesting.
- Me gusta la serie porque es interesante. = I like the show because it’s interesting.
These examples demonstrate how interesante is the same in both the masculine and feminine form, making it easy to follow Spanish gender rules. To describe a plural noun as interesting in Spanish, such as talking about interesting movies you’ve seen, simply add “s” to the end.
- Los artículos son interesantes. = The articles are interesting.
- ¿Las películas son interesantes? = Are the movies interesting?
If you’ve already referred to a noun in conversation, you can say that it’s interesting without repeating the subject. It’s not necessary to employ a subject pronoun like él or ella when referring back to it.
- Estoy leyendo un libro sobre la República Dominicana. = I’m reading a book about the Dominican Republic.
- ¿Ah, sí? ¿Te gusta? = Oh, really? Do you like it?
- Sí, es interesante porque el autor cuenta muchas anécdotas personales. = Yes, it’s interesting because the author tells many personal anecdotes.
How do you say ‘very interesting’ in Spanish?
Spanish can form a superlative in several ways, taking the adjective interesante up a notch. Here are a few ways you can express varying levels of interest:
- muy interesante = very interesting
- sumamente interesante = extremely interesting
- increíblemente interesante = incredibly interesting
- interesantísimo/interesantísima = extremely interesting
- súper interesante = super interesting
What’s another word for ‘interesting’?
Easy words like interesante run the risk of being overused. Knowing a group of Spanish adjectives with overlapping meanings can help you speak in a way that’s more cautivador (captivating), fascinante (fascinating), and llamativo (attention-grabbing).
| Spanish Adjective | English Meaning |
| atractivo | attractive/that draws interest |
| curioso | interesting |
| deslumbrante | dazzling |
| encantador | charming |
| entretenido | entertaining |
| extraordinario | extraordinary |
| intrigante | intriguing |
| notable | noteworthy |
| poco corriente | unusual |
| sobresaliente | outstanding |
Ask ‘Are you interested in…?’ in Spanish
You could say ¿Estás interesado en…?” if you’re talking to a man or boy, or ¿Estás interesada en…? if you’re asking a girl or woman. This way of using “interested” in Spanish requires the verb estar, since being “interested” is a temporary condition or emotion.
Another natural-sounding way to ask this question in Spanish is to ask ¿Te interesa? + a noun or verb. To answer, instead of saying “I am interested” in something, you say something “interests me.” This is similar to how the verb gustar works in Spanish.
For instance, if you’re suggesting an activity, try this phrase as an invitation.
- ¿Te interesa pasear antes de la cena? = Are you interested in going for a walk before dinner?
- No gracias. No me interesa. = No thanks. I’m not interested.
You can discuss common interests in Spanish using this and similar phrases.
- ¿Te interesa la música? = Are you interested in music? (Literally, “does music interest you?”)
- Sí, me encanta la música. = Yes, I love music. (Literally, “yes, music enchants me.”)
- A mí también me fascina. = I’m really into it, too. (literally “It’s fascinating to me as well.).
Other possible ways to discuss interest
Here are a few related words and concepts to further your understanding. ¿Te interesan? (Do they interest you?)
El interés
This noun can refer to importance, concern, attention, or even the financial term.
- Es cuestión de interés nacional. = It’s a matter of national interest.
- Escuchan con gran interés cuando hablo. = They listen with great interest when I speak.
- El banco cobra un 5% de interés sobre el préstamo. = The bank charges 5% interest on the loan.
Interesado has a double meaning
If you call a person interesado (interested), you could be insulting them. It can mean that the person is selfish or only motivated by personal gain.
- Parece generoso, pero en realidad es interesado. Solo busca su propio beneficio. = He seems generous, but in reality, he’s an opportunist. He’s only looking out for his own personal gain.
Increase your vocabulary with Rosetta Stone
Now that you’ve mastered interesante and its related forms in other parts of speech, broaden your vocabulary so that you’ll sound even more interesting when you speak. You’ll be able to discuss your interests with others, invite a Spanish-speaker to a social activity, and describe a captivating experience.
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