Meaning
Stating one's current unavailability due to tasks.
Cultural Background
People often use 'liado' to sound more casual. It is common to add 'ahorita' to soften the refusal. You might hear 'estoy a mil' to show extreme busyness.
Gender matters
Always check if you are 'ocupado' or 'ocupada'.
Meaning
Stating one's current unavailability due to tasks.
Gender matters
Always check if you are 'ocupado' or 'ocupada'.
Test Yourself
Select the correct form.
Yo (masculine) ____.
Use 'estoy' for temporary states and 'ocupado' for masculine.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesYo (masculine) ____.
Use 'estoy' for temporary states and 'ocupado' for masculine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, 'ser' implies you are a busy person by nature. Use 'estar' for the current state.
Related Phrases
No tengo tiempo
synonymI don't have time
