繁忙

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective 繁忙 (fánmáng) describes a state of being very busy or bustling, often used for places or people with a heavy workload or many activities happening simultaneously. It conveys a sense of intense activity and little free time.

Common Collocations

  • 繁忙时期 (busy period): refers to times when work or activity peaks.
  • 繁忙工作 (busy work): emphasizes a heavy workload.
  • 繁忙生活 (busy life): describes a lifestyle full of activities and responsibilities.

Usage Notes

繁忙 is more formal and often used in written or professional contexts compared to just . It highlights not only busyness but also complexity or intensity of the activity. It is commonly used to describe workplaces, seasons, or schedules.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse 繁忙 with 忙碌 (mánglù), which also means busy but often emphasizes continuous effort or labor. 繁忙 stresses the crowded or hectic nature of the situation.

Summary

Use 繁忙 when you want to express a high level of busyness with a nuance of complexity or intensity, especially in formal or descriptive contexts.

Example Sentences

During the Spring Festival, the shopping mall is very busy, and people are

He has been especially busy with work recently and hardly has time to rest.

Airports are usually very busy during holidays, with many travelers.