What does "engagement-wise" mean in this sentence?
So obviously, engagement-wise, Jack and Salma are not going to forge ahead.
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Hello, Supernova.
(1) Americans love to add -
wise to many words because it's
such a short way to say something.
(2) I think that your sentence means something like:
As far as the engagement is concerned, it is obvious that Jack and
Salma have decided not to make any plans at this time.
(3) I love desserts. But health-wise, they are not the best
possible things to eat. = not good for your health.
(4) I love print newspapers. But business-wise, they are not doing very
well. = Many print newspapers here in the States are losing readers and
advertising. Some are closing down.
(5) Tony is a nice person. But language-wise, he needs some
improvement. = His knowledge (of grammar or literature or something
else) is lacking badly.
Thank you
P. S. Some people
really dislike this use of
-wise.