active
активный
physically or mentally engaged
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active with Russian translation
active usage examples
Наши соседи — активные волонтеры в общественном центре.
Our neighbours are active volunteers at the community centre.
Чтобы оставаться здоровым, старайтесь быть активным каждый день.
To stay healthy, try to be active every day.
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active belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
active synonyms
Related words worth learning together
He is energetic and runs every morning.
stresses vivacity, cheerfulness and spirited behaviour
They had a lively discussion at dinner.
highlights change, force or effective movement; often used about systems or people with drive
She is a dynamic leader who inspires others.
He takes a vigorous walk every day.
The students are engaged in the lesson.
Try to be proactive about planning your work.
She is very involved in the community.
What’s the difference
How is active different from related words?
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.

В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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Questions about this word
active meaning: what does it mean?
physically or mentally engaged
active pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
active is pronounced as /ˈæktɪv/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
active definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Our neighbours are active volunteers at the community centre. Translation: Наши соседи — активные волонтеры в общественном центре.
Is active part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
Yes, active (активный) can be learned in the Personality Traits topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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