Generally: meaning, definitions and examples

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generally

 

[ ˈdʒenərəli ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

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.
Context #2 | Adverb

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #419, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.