What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
busy
Example
I am too busy to go out tonight. [busy: adjective]
Example
The office is always busy during lunchtime. [busy: adjective]
engaged
Example
She was fully engaged in her painting and didn't notice the time. [engaged: adjective]
Example
They just got engaged and are planning their wedding. [engaged: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Busy is more commonly used than engaged in everyday language. Busy is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts to describe a person's state or a place/environment. Engaged, on the other hand, is less common and is more specific in its usage, often referring to active involvement or a couple's plan to get married.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between busy and engaged?
Both busy and engaged can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, busy is more commonly used in informal conversations, while engaged may be more commonly used in formal contexts when referring to a couple's plan to get married.
