Cool MateMeaning of Engaged
having agreed to marry somebody
In simple words: Involved or busy with something; also means promised to marry someone.
Engaged in a sentence
- She is engaged to be married next summer.
- The couple seemed very engaged during their conversation at the party.
- He is actively engaged in volunteer work at the local shelter.
- The student was fully engaged in the discussion about climate change.
- She was so engaged in her painting that she didn't notice the time passing.
How to use Engaged
Use 'engaged' when talking about being busy or involved in an activity. It can also refer to being in a romantic commitment. Be careful not to confuse it with 'engage,' which is the verb form.
Grammar pattern
engaged + in/on + activity
Memory hint
Imagine a couple engaged in conversation, with wedding rings sparkling to remember the two meanings.
Related words
Collocations with Engaged
Opposites of Engaged
- disengaged
- inactive
Common mistakes with Engaged
- Confusing 'engaged' with 'engaging' which means interesting.
- Using 'engaged' in a context that implies boredom or disinterest.
- Using 'engaged' instead of 'engagement' when referring to a promise to marry.
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Engaged in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مخطوبة، مشغولة
مشاركة أو مشغولة بشيء ما؛ تعني أيضًا الوعد بالزواج من شخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বাগদত্তা, ব্যস্ত
কোনো কিছুতে জড়িত বা ব্যস্ত থাকা; কাউকে বিয়ের প্রতিশ্রুতি দেওয়াও বোঝায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Verlobt, beschäftigt
Beteiligt oder beschäftigt mit etwas; bedeutet auch, jemandem versprochen zu sein.
- SpanishEspañol
Comprometido
Involucrado o ocupado con algo; también significa prometido a casarse con alguien.
- Persianفارسی
نامزد
درگیر یا مشغول کاری بودن؛ همچنین به معنی قول ازدواج دادن است.
- FrenchFrançais
Fiancé(e), Occupé(e)
Impliqué ou occupé avec quelque chose ; signifie aussi promis à quelqu'un en mariage.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सगाई हो गई / व्यस्त
किसी चीज़ में शामिल या व्यस्त; किसी से शादी का वादा भी किया हुआ।
- ItalianItaliano
Fidanzato/a, Impegnato/a
Coinvolto o occupato con qualcosa; significa anche promesso/a in sposo/a a qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Noivo(a), Ocupado(a)
Envolvido(a) ou ocupado(a) com algo; também significa prometido(a) em casamento.
- RussianРусский
Помолвлен(а), Занят(а)
Вовлеченный или занятый чем-то; также означает обещание вступить в брак с кем-то.
- Urduاردو
منگنی/مصروف
کسی چیز میں شامل یا مصروف؛ کسی سے شادی کا وعدہ بھی کیا ہوا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
订婚的，忙碌的
参与或忙于某事；也意味着承诺与某人结婚。
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Frequently asked questions about Engaged
What does Engaged mean?
Involved or busy with something; also means promised to marry someone.
What is the definition of Engaged?
having agreed to marry somebody
How do you use Engaged in a sentence?
She is engaged to be married next summer.
Can you give another example of Engaged?
The couple seemed very engaged during their conversation at the party.
What are synonyms for Engaged?
Common alternatives include involved, busy, occupied, committed.
What is the opposite of Engaged?
Opposite meanings include disengaged, inactive.
What words go with Engaged?
It commonly pairs with be, become, get, happily, newly, recently, to, engaged to be married, be, deeply, heavily, fully, in, on, with.
What are common mistakes when using Engaged?
Confusing 'engaged' with 'engaging' which means interesting. Using 'engaged' in a context that implies boredom or disinterest. Using 'engaged' instead of 'engagement' when referring to a promise to marry.
How do you pronounce Engaged?
US: /["/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Engaged?
Use 'engaged' when talking about being busy or involved in an activity. It can also refer to being in a romantic commitment. Be careful not to confuse it with 'engage,' which is the verb form.
What CEFR level is Engaged?
"Engaged" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.