Busy Meaning in English
word
/ˈbɪzi/
BI-zee
/bˈɪzi/
BI-zee
Definition
Doing a lot of things or having many things to do; used for people or places full of activity.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal situations. Often paired with 'person', 'schedule', or 'road'. 'Too busy' means so occupied you can't do more. Do not confuse with 'business' (the noun).
Spanish: ocupado - atareadoPortuguese (BR): ocupado - atarefadoPortuguese (PT): ocupado - atarefadoChinese (Simplified): 忙碌的 - 忙的Chinese (Traditional): 忙碌的 - 忙的Hindi: व्यस्तArabic: مشغولBengali: ব্যস্তRussian: занятJapanese: 忙しいVietnamese: bậnKorean: 바쁜Turkish: meşgulUrdu: مصروفIndonesian: sibuk
Example Sentences
I am busy with my homework.
basic
My father is always busy at work.
basic
The store is busy on weekends.
basic
Sorry, I'm too busy right now. Can we talk later?
natural
He's been really busy since he started his new job.
natural
This road gets really busy during rush hour.
natural