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more busy vs much busy

Both 'more busy' and 'much busy' are incorrect. The correct form is 'busier' when comparing the level of busyness. 'Much busy' is not a common phrase in English.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 4384 views

more busy

This is not a correct construction in English. The comparative form of 'busy' is 'busier'.

Instead of 'more busy', you should use 'busier' to compare the level of busyness.
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  • Mar 22, 2020 ... Yes, "more busy" is grammatically correct and is commonly used to indicate a higher degree of busyness or activity compared to a previous or expected level.
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Alternatives:

  • busier

much busy

This is not a common phrase in English. The correct form would be 'very busy'.

Instead of 'much busy', it is more common to use 'very busy' to emphasize a high level of busyness.
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Alternatives:

  • very busy

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