engaged
/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2117 in the learning path
已订婚的
Definitions
adj. Having formally agreed to marry someone.
已订婚的
adj. Actively involved in an activity or task.
忙于；参与的
adj. Currently being used and therefore unavailable.
占线的；使用中的
Example
My sister got engaged during her holiday by the sea.
我姐姐在海边度假时订婚了。
Students who are actively engaged in classroom discussions often develop stronger communication and critical thinking skills.
积极参与课堂讨论的学生往往能培养更强的沟通和批判性思维能力。
Collocations
- get engaged
- engaged to someone
- engaged in research
- the line is engaged
Word family
- engage (v.)
- engagement (n.)
- engaging (adj.)
Usage tip
订婚对象前用to；参与的活动前用in。
FAQ
- What does engaged mean?
- Having formally agreed to marry someone. Actively involved in an activity or task. Currently being used and therefore unavailable.
- How is engaged pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/, US /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
