adjective
Often moving, exercising, or doing things instead of sitting still.
My grandfather is still very active.
I try to stay active during the week.
Common phrases & grammar
active lifestyle · physically active
be active
stay active
American English
How to pronounce active
adjectiveB1Common word
AAKtihv
/ˈæk.tɪv/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Often moving, exercising, or doing things instead of sitting still.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
adjective
Regularly taking part in an activity, organization, or cause.
She is active in local politics.
He is an active member of the club.
Common phrases & grammar
active member · active role
be active in + an activity/organization
take an active role in + an activity
adjective
Working and available to be used now.
Your account is still active.
The service remains active until Friday.
Good to know
For “de ahora,” English usually uses current, not active.
Common phrases & grammar
active account · active subscription
an active + account/service/subscription
keep + something + active
adjective
Still happening or being dealt with, not finished or closed.
The police have an active investigation.
The case is still active.
Common phrases & grammar
active investigation · active case
Useful expressions
The substance in a medicine or product that produces its main effect.
Read the active ingredient on the label.
A sentence form in which the subject does the action.
The report uses the active voice.
Full-time service in the military.
He is on active duty overseas.