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Billy_lyy Posted 17 years ago
Vocabulary
Hectic vs busy
What is the difference in usage between the two words "hectic" and "busy"? Can I use "hectic" in a casual way?
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Hectic is a bit stronger than busy and usually means very busy. You can use hectic in everyday conversation for example "it's been a hectic day". You cannot, however, say "I'm hectic" but you can say "I'm busy".
- Hectic is a bit stronger than busy and usually means very busy.
- You can use hectic in everyday conversation for example "it's been a hectic day".
- You cannot, however, say "I'm hectic" but you can say "I'm busy".
- I hope that helps.
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Hectic is a bit stronger than busy and usually means very busy. You can use hectic in everyday conversation for example "it's been a hectic day". You cannot, however, say "I'm hectic" but you can say "I'm busy". I hope that helps.
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