besetzt
Translation
occupied, engaged, busy
Examples
Die Toilette ist besetzt.
The toilet is occupied.
Der Platz ist leider besetzt.
The seat is unfortunately occupied.
Die Telefonleitung ist besetzt.
The telephone line is busy.
Grammar Patterns
sein + besetzt to be occupied The toilet is occupied.
Similar Words
Synonyms: belegt; Antonyms: frei (free), leer (empty)
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' (acting upon something) + 'setzen' (to set, to place). Literally means something has been 'set upon', hence occupied.
Memory Tips
Picture a sign on a bathroom door that says 'BESETZT'. Someone has 'set' themselves inside, so it's occupied.