Translation of Polish word "zajęty" to English
zajęty
/zajɛntɨ/
Meaning
AdjectiveCrowded with business or activities; having a great deal going on.
How to use
The adjective 'zajęty' means 'busy' (about a person, antonym of 'wolny') or 'occupied / taken' (about a seat, phone line, or place). It declines regularly. In the masculine personal plural, it becomes 'zajęci' (e.g., 'jesteśmy zajęci' — we are busy). It is derived from the verb 'zająć' (to occupy / take).
🇬🇧 English
busy
Structure Guide
Polish Word: zajęty
Translation: busy
Example Sentences
Zajęty człowiek ma wiele obowiązków
A busy person has many responsibilities
Ten człowiek jest zajęty.
This person is busy.
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Common phrases
- jestem zajęty— I am busy (masc)
- zajęte miejsce— occupied / taken seat
- linia jest zajęta— the line is busy (phone)
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