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have an interest for vs have an interest in

The correct phrase to express having curiosity or concern about something is 'have an interest in.' 'Have an interest for' is not correct.
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have an interest for

'Have an interest for' is not a common or correct construction in English.

The correct phrase to use is 'have an interest in' when expressing curiosity or concern about something.
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  • students who have an interest for writing are more likely to set effective goals, make use of helpful strate- gies, and seek feedback as they work with writing.

Alternatives:

  • have an interest in

have an interest in

'Have an interest in' is the correct and commonly used phrase in English.

Use 'have an interest in' when expressing curiosity or concern about something.
  • 1 [singular, uncountable] if you have an interest in something or someone, you want to know or learn more about them COLLOCATIONS COLLOCATIONS
  • Jan 6, 2011 ... Moreover, "have" + "interest" would, I think, usually require an indefinite article, an adjective, or both: "have an interest" in a topic of study or, ...
  • I'm interested in your company. (Better) 2. I have interest in getting an offer. I have an interest in getting an offer. 3. I have interest to get an offer. I'm interested in ...
  • to have an interest in sth (gen) → tener interés or estar interesado en algo; (in company) → tener participación en algo the West has an interest in promoting ...

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