General Busy:
* Occupé(e): This is the most common and direct translation. It means "occupied" and can be used for people or things.
* Example: "Je suis occupé(e) en ce moment." (I am busy at the moment.)
* Example: "La salle de conférence est occupée." (The conference room is occupied.)
* Chargé(e): This translates to "loaded" or "burdened" and implies having a lot to do.
* Example: "Je suis chargé(e) de travail." (I am loaded with work.)
* Pris(e): This means "taken" and suggests being tied up with something.
* Example: "Je suis pris(e) par le travail." (I am taken by work.)
Busy with Something Specific:
* Occupé(e) à + infinitive:
* Example: "Je suis occupé(e) à écrire un rapport." (I am busy writing a report.)
* En train de + infinitive:
* Example: "Je suis en train de cuisiner." (I am busy cooking.)
For a Place:
* Achalandé(e): This means "crowded" or "busy" and is often used for shops or restaurants.
* Example: "Le restaurant est achalandé." (The restaurant is busy.)
The best way to choose the right translation depends on the specific situation.