Meaning and Usage
"関心" (かんしん) means "interest" or "concern" and is used to express a person's attention or care about a topic, issue, or object. It is often used in formal and neutral contexts.
Common Collocations
- 関心を持つ: to have interest or concern
- 関心がある: to be interested in
- 関心を示す: to show interest
Usage Notes
Speakers use "関心" to indicate a thoughtful or serious interest, often related to social, environmental, or intellectual topics. It is more formal than casual words like "興味" (きょうみ), which also means interest but is used more for hobbies or entertainment.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "関心" with "感心" (also read かんしん), which means "admiration." Remember that "関心" relates to interest or concern, while "感心" expresses being impressed or admiring something.