How to Say "immersed" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “immersed” is “metido” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1
in an activity
Examples
Carlos está metido en su tesis doctoral y no duerme.
Carlos is deeply involved in his doctoral thesis and doesn't sleep.
Estaban metidos en una conversación seria sobre política.
They were immersed in a serious conversation about politics.
Emotional State vs. Action
In this meaning, 'metido' describes a temporary state of deep focus or involvement, which is why it always pairs with the verb 'estar'.
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