Il est très occupé
He's very busy
Language note: Like English, the adjective 'occupé' can describe schedule commitments, though can also mean 'occupied'.
Context: They also add that he's very busy but happy.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Il
[eel]
He
Refers to a male person previously mentioned.
Il est d'accord.
He agrees.
est
[ehst]
is
Third person singular of verb 'to be'; indicating state.
Il est médecin.
He is a doctor.
très
[treh]
very
Used for emphasis or intensification.
C'est très important.
It's very important.
occupé
[oh-kew-pay]
busy
Having a great deal to do.
Je suis trop occupé aujourd'hui.
I am too busy today.
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