own interests

language: de

definitions

  1. The personal advantages, benefits, or well-being that an individual seeks, often in contrast to the needs of others or the public good.
    de: Eigene Interessen
  2. The specific activities, hobbies, or subjects that an individual finds personally engaging, enjoyable, or worthy of attention.
    de: Eigene Interessen

examples

  1. He was accused of acting only to serve his own interests.

    Er wurde beschuldigt, nur seinen eigenen Interessen zu dienen.

  2. She spent her weekends pursuing her own interests, such as painting and hiking.

    Sie verbrachte ihre Wochenenden mit ihren eigenen Interessen, wie Malen und Wandern.