In business Meaning in English
expression
释义
'In business' means that a company or person is operating and active, not closed down. It can also mean being involved in commercial activities.
用法与细微差别
'In business' is semi-formal and widely used for talking about companies or shops that are still operating or for people engaged in commerce. Do not confuse with 'doing business' (actively conducting deals). In a casual context, 'we're in business!' can also mean 'we're ready to go' when something starts working.
例句
The store has been in business for 20 years.
basic
Are you still in business after the pandemic?
basic
My uncle has been in business since he was young.
basic
Only a few local bookstores are still in business these days.
natural
If you fix the printer, we’re in business!
natural
Both of her parents are in business, so she knows a lot about running a company.
natural