No. 628 in Afrikaans
belangstelling
Interest.
In a sentence
Ek het groot belangstelling in tale.
I have a great interest in languages.
The word 'belangstelling' here is used to express a general interest or curiosity towards a subject, specifically 'languages' in this case.
Haar belangstelling in fotografie motiveer haar om meer te leer.
Her interest in photography motivates her to learn more.
'Belangstelling' is employed to denote an individual's specific liking or passion for 'photography', serving as the subject.
Daar is baie belangstelling in die nuwe kursus.
There is a lot of interest in the new course.
In this context, 'belangstelling' refers to a collective interest or enthusiasm from people concerning the 'new course'.
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