Used when someone requests your attention while you are working.
Literal Meaning
I am busy at the moment.
Actual Meaning
I'm busy right now — polite way to indicate you can't help at the moment. Use 'ocupado' (masculine) or 'ocupada' (feminine) depending on the speaker's gender.
Examples in Context
Lo siento, estoy ocupada en este momento con otro cliente.
Gracias por tu paciencia, estoy ocupada en este momento.
Helpful Tips
1It's polite to give context rather than just saying you're busy.
2Consider adding when you'll be available if asked.
3Use this phrase to maintain boundaries.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
Dame un momento.
No puedo ahora.
embusy
Estoy trabajando en algo.
atrapado
atrapada
comprometido
comprometida
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