Normally: meaning, definitions and examples

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normally

 

[ หˆnษ”หmษ™li ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

in daily life

In a normal or usual manner; typically.

Synonyms

commonly, typically, usually.

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Word Description / Examples
normally

Used in most cases or situations, typically referring to what is considered standard or expected. It implies a routine or regular pattern.

  • Normally, I wake up at 7 AM
  • Students normally submit their assignments online
usually

Used to refer to an event or action that happens in the majority of situations, reflecting a general trend or habit.

  • She usually goes to the gym after work
  • The train is usually late in the morning
typically

Used to describe a characteristic or behavior that is usual or expected for a person, group, or thing. Often implies a defining trait or habit.

  • Summer is typically hot in this region
  • Typically, he spends weekends working in his garden
commonly

Used to describe something that happens often or is widespread among many people or situations. It refers to something that is done by most people.

  • This plant is commonly found in tropical regions
  • It's commonly believed that healthy eating improves overall well-being

Examples of usage

  • She normally arrives at work by 9 a.m.
  • I normally go for a run in the evening.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a standard way

According to a regular pattern or rule.

Synonyms

consistently, customarily, regularly.

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Word Description / Examples
normally

Use 'normally' to describe something that happens under usual or typical conditions.

  • He normally walks to work, but today he took the bus
  • The weather is normally mild in spring
regularly

Use 'regularly' to describe actions that happen at regular intervals or repeatedly over a period of time.

  • She exercises regularly to stay fit
  • They meet regularly to discuss the project's progress
consistently

Use 'consistently' to describe actions or behaviors that occur in the same way and without variation.

  • She consistently arrives at work early
  • The team performs consistently well in every match
customarily

Use 'customarily' to describe actions that are done according to established customs or traditions.

  • New Year's Eve is customarily celebrated with fireworks
  • It is customarily polite to shake hands when meeting someone

Examples of usage

  • Payments are normally made on the first of the month.
  • The system normally functions without any issues.

Translations

Translations of the word "normally" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น normalmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฎเคคเฅŒเคฐ เคชเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช normalerweise

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ biasanya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะทะฒะธั‡ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ normalnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้€šๅธธใฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท normalement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ normalmente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท normalde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณดํ†ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุงุฏุฉู‹

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ normรกlnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ normรกlne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้€šๅธธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obiฤajno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ venjulega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะดะตั‚ั‚ะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒ•แƒ”แƒฃแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ•

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ adษ™tษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ normalmente

Etymology

The word 'normally' originated in the mid-19th century from the combination of 'normal' and the suffix '-ly', which is used to form adverbs from adjectives. 'Normal' itself comes from the Latin word 'normalis', meaning 'made according to a carpenter's square'. Over time, 'normally' has become a commonly used adverb to describe actions or situations that conform to a standard or usual pattern.

See also: abnormal, abnormality, normalcy, normality, normalization, normalize, normalizer, paranormal, supernormal.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,365, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.