Language of the Day: Engage
MOSAIC has a lot of different programs and engage is just one of them. Today we’ll look at the word engage itself and some of its different definitions!
One meaning of engage is to “occupy, attract, or involve someone’s interest or attention.”
{*Note that the verb “to engage” can also be used as an adjective (past and present participle) and as a noun, and we will look at examples using different forms of the word below}
“Our new science teacher uses real rocks and crystals to engage students in her lesson on geology.”
“It’s more challenging for teachers to engage students on sunny days because the children would rather play outside.”
“I learned a lot during the training because the speakers were very good at keeping us engaged.”
“The movie wasn’t as engaging as I had hoped it would be, so I wouldn’t recommend watching it.”
“One thing job interviewers look for in their candidates is a high level of engagement with clients.”
Another meaning of engage is, “to participate or become involved in,” and although this definition is similar to the first one, a difference is that this definition can imply involvement without necessarily being interested.
For example, “Community Centres engage in a variety of sports and activities for students.”
“I don’t enjoy engaging with my roommate when he’s in a bad mood after work.”
“The students engaged with a variety of books and learning materials at the library.”
“There is lower engagement on our website during the winter holidays.”
And a third meaning of engaged and engagement is when two people decide to get married!
For example, “Her boyfriend proposed when they were on vacation, and now they’re engaged,”
“Congratulations of your engagement. We look forward to attending your wedding!”