Generally: meaning, definitions and examples
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generally
[ ˈdʒenərəli ]
in general
In a general or broad sense; without specifying details or exceptions. Usually; as a rule. For the most part; in the majority of cases.
Synonyms
commonly, mostly, typically, usually
Examples of usage
- Generally speaking, it's better to be safe than sorry.
- He generally arrives at the office around 9 AM.
- I generally prefer tea over coffee.
in most cases
Used to indicate something that is true or happens most of the time, but not always.
Synonyms
commonly, normally, ordinarily
Examples of usage
- She generally enjoys going to the beach.
- I generally don't eat meat, but I make exceptions on special occasions.
Translations
Translations of the word "generally" in other languages:
🇵🇹 geralmente
🇮🇳 आमतौर पर
🇩🇪 im Allgemeinen
🇮🇩 umumnya
🇺🇦 загалом
🇵🇱 ogólnie
🇯🇵 一般的に (ippanteki ni)
🇫🇷 généralement
🇪🇸 generalmente
🇹🇷 genellikle
🇰🇷 일반적으로 (ilbanjeogeuro)
🇸🇦 عموماً
🇨🇿 obecně
🇸🇰 všeobecne
🇨🇳 一般来说 (yībān lái shuō)
🇸🇮 na splošno
🇮🇸 yfirleitt
🇰🇿 жалпы
🇬🇪 ზოგადად (zogadad)
🇦🇿 ümumiyyətlə
🇲🇽 generalmente
Word origin
The word 'generally' originated from the Latin word 'generalis', which means 'pertaining to a whole class'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century. Over the years, 'generally' has evolved to represent a broad or usual statement that applies to a majority of cases. It is commonly used in everyday language to express general truths or trends.
See also: generality, generalization, generalize.