bustling — full of energetic and noisy activity
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: full of energetic and noisy activity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbʌslɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 활기차고 분주한, 북적거리는
Korean pronunciation: **버**슬링
Example Sentences
- The café was so bustling that we couldn't hear ourselves think - even the coffee beans were gossiping!
- Seoul's bustling neighborhoods offer endless entertainment and dining options.
- She loved the bustling energy of the stock exchange, where money changed hands faster than a magician's tricks.
bustling
ADJECTIVE//ˈbʌslɪŋ//
full of energetic and noisy activity
A vendor serves customers in the bustling farmers market
Bustling market with vendors hustling while leaves rustling!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Middle English verb 'bustle,' which likely derives from Old Norse 'bustla' or a similar Scandinavian source meaning to bustle or hurry. The word entered English in the 16th century and originally described rapid, energetic movement.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The café was so bustling that we couldn't hear ourselves think - even the coffee beans were gossiping!”
“Seoul's bustling neighborhoods offer endless entertainment and dining options.”
“She loved the bustling energy of the stock exchange, where money changed hands faster than a magician's tricks.”
“The bustling port welcomed ships from around the world.”
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