sound interested

Frequency: 6.89.2 per million words

To convey interest through the tone of one's voice.

interestedVERB + ADJECTIVE

Categories:

sound

Examples (10)

  • She tried to sound interested, but her eyes kept drifting to the window.
  • Even if you're tired, it's important to sound interested during the interview.
  • He didn't really care, but he managed to sound interested in their conversation.
  • To encourage them, try to sound genuinely interested in their ideas.
  • His voice didn't sound interested when I told him the news.
  • You need to sound more interested if you want them to continue talking.
  • She asked a few questions to sound interested, even though she was bored.
  • The client will appreciate it if you sound interested in their project details.
  • Don't just nod; make sure your replies sound interested and engaged.
  • I was trying hard to sound interested in his long story about fishing.