English Question

Question

Are the phrases “very interesting” and “very exciting” the same

Answer 1

They are "very different" Raychatu! Simply put, there is no particular significance to the word "very" in either case (or in fact in any case). in this case it is simply an adverb describing an adjective, "interesting". One could use any similar adverb (extremely, immensely etc) in it's place without changing the meaning.

So the question becomes, is there a diference between "interesting", and "exciting".

Of course! "Exciting" means causing/inciting strong enthusiasm or arousal or an increase of energy. (In technical or scientific terms it refers to the increased energy of any physical or biological system, ie the electric current in a circuit, etc)

"Interesting" means holding or capturing attention or curiosity.

It's somewhat similar

consider using a more specific word in either case. For example, Instead of "very interesting", say "Engrossing, bewitching, mesmerizing, or at least 100 others".

Answer 2

No. They are not the same. Depending on the context of the statement, "very interesting", can be literal, in which the listener is actually into the information they are receiving, or it can be satirical. Let me give you and example.

"Her explanation of pink fabric was very interesting, if you enjoy watching paint dry." In this sentence, the comparison to watching paint dry (which is not exciting at all) tells us the intent of that phrase is sarcastic and used to ridicule.

Contrarily, "very exciting", in that specific phrasing, is less likely to be anything other than what it is; an exclamation of genuine elation over something that will be taking place. Let's look at an example:

This opportunity is very exciting and I can't wait to get started.

Answer 3

Hello Raychatu,

The English phrases “very interesting” and “very exciting” are similar but different.

When something sounds “very interesting”, that means that somebody would like to explore it in further depth along the lines of studying learning more about it over time.

When something is “very exciting”, that refers to living in the moment and experiencing something firsthand while outwardly expressing enthusiasm for it on the spot. Whereas when something is “very interesting”, people often express internal judgment about something before they can determine whether or not they have positive or negative interpretations thereof.