A1
Idiom
Neutral
Meaning
To be unable to stop what one is doing, indicating being occupied.
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Cultural Background
Politeness is key. This phrase is a 'cushion' to soften a 'no'. It is often used to signal that you are focused on high-priority work.
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Use with 'Ima'
Always add 'Ima' (now) to make it clear you are only busy for a moment.
Meaning
To be unable to stop what one is doing, indicating being occupied.
💡
Use with 'Ima'
Always add 'Ima' (now) to make it clear you are only busy for a moment.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
今、料理中で____。
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 手が離せません
Since you are cooking, you are busy.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Complete the sentence.
Fill Blank
A1
今、料理中で____。
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 手が離せません
Since you are cooking, you are busy.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is polite enough for professional settings.
Related Phrases
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忙しい
synonymBusy
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手が空く
contrastTo become free
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