Signification
To express that something holds one's attention.
Contexte culturel
The 'German Stare' combined with 'Das ist interessant' is actually a sign of deep respect and focus, not aggression. In Vienna, 'interessant' can be a very polite way of saying 'I don't agree at all, but I'm too polite to say so.' Swiss Germans might use 'spannend' more frequently than 'interessant' in casual conversation to sound more enthusiastic. In German universities, 'interessant' is the highest praise for a thesis before you get into 'brillant' or 'wegweisend'.
The 'Nod' Rule
Nod slightly when saying this phrase to appear more like a native speaker.
Avoid the 'Robot' Trap
Don't say it with a perfectly flat voice every time; vary your pitch to show real emotion.
Signification
To express that something holds one's attention.
The 'Nod' Rule
Nod slightly when saying this phrase to appear more like a native speaker.
Avoid the 'Robot' Trap
Don't say it with a perfectly flat voice every time; vary your pitch to show real emotion.
Silence is Okay
In Germany, you don't always need to fill silence, but 'Das ist interessant' is the safest way to do it if you feel you must.
Add 'ja'
Saying 'Das ist ja interessant' makes it sound more natural and spontaneous.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'That is interesting.'
Das ___ interessant.
We use the third-person singular of 'sein' (ist) with 'das'.
Which sentence means 'I am interested' (not 'I am an interesting person')?
Choose the correct option:
'Interessiert' is the past participle used to describe your state of being interested.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: Wusstest du, dass Berlin 3,5 Millionen Einwohner hat? B: ________
This is the most logical way to react to a new fact.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are listening to a podcast about history.
History podcasts provide information, making 'interessant' the best fit.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Interessant vs. Interessiert
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDas ___ interessant.
We use the third-person singular of 'sein' (ist) with 'das'.
Choose the correct option:
'Interessiert' is the past participle used to describe your state of being interested.
A: Wusstest du, dass Berlin 3,5 Millionen Einwohner hat? B: ________
This is the most logical way to react to a new fact.
Situation: You are listening to a podcast about history.
History podcasts provide information, making 'interessant' the best fit.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it's very common to just use the adjective as an exclamation.
'Spannend' is more for excitement (like a thriller), 'interessant' is for intellectual curiosity.
It is always 'für mich'. 'Zu mir' is never used here.
Only if the food is unusual or has a strange history. If it tastes good, say 'lecker'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
You can say 'Das ist nicht so mein Thema' (That's not really my topic).
It's a standard part of 'active listening' in German culture.
As a predicate adjective, no. 'Die Bücher sind interessant.'
No, 'interessanter' is the comparative (more interesting). Use 'sehr interessant'.
'Langweilig' (boring) or 'uninteressant'.
Expressions liées
Das ist spannend.
similarThat is exciting/thrilling.
Echt?
builds onReally?
Das interessiert mich.
specialized formThat interests me.
Das ist langweilig.
contrastThat is boring.
Wieso?
builds onWhy? / How so?
