How to Pronounce "engaged"
word
/ɛnˈɡeɪdʒd/
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/ɛnɡˈeɪdʒd/
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Definition
Engaged most commonly means promised to be married. It can also mean busy with something, involved in an activity, or paying close attention and showing interest.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɛnˈɡeɪdʒd/
British English
/ɛnɡˈeɪdʒd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
en-GAYJD
UK
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Listen in Context
My sister is engaged to her college boyfriend.
He was engaged in a long phone call.
The kids stayed engaged during the lesson.
Sorry, I can't talk right now—I'm engaged with something urgent.