intéressées

Intéressées is a French word that translates to "interested" in English. It is the feminine plural form of the adjective "intéressé". The masculine singular form is "intéressé", the masculine plural is "intéressés", and the feminine singular is "intéressée". It describes a state of having one's attention drawn to something, or a feeling of curiosity or concern. For example, one might say "les personnes intéressées" (the interested people) or "une offre intéressante" (an interesting offer). The context in which it is used determines the specific nuance of meaning. It can also imply a personal stake or benefit in a matter, suggesting a motivation beyond simple curiosity. This secondary meaning is often used in contexts where impartiality might be questioned, as in "un conflit d'intéressés" (a conflict of interest). In everyday conversation, "intéressées" is commonly used to describe individuals who wish to participate in an activity or learn more about a subject.