English–German

“occupied” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/bəˈleːkt/

Example

Das Zimmer ist belegt.

The room is occupied.

Illustration for belegt (occupied)

How to say “occupied” in German

“Occupied” in German is belegt.

A place or surface has something assigned to it, so it is no longer open.

Full entry for belegt: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with belegt

Der Sitzplatz im Zug war belegt.

The seat on the train was occupied.

Tips for using belegt

  • For a room or seat, belegt can mean reserved or assigned as well as occupied, so it often indicates unavailability rather than a person's physical presence.

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