Regularly: meaning, definitions and examples

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regularly

 

[ ˈrɛɡjʊlərli ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

frequency

often, at frequent intervals, consistently

Synonyms

consistently, frequently, repeatedly

Examples of usage

  • She goes to the gym regularly.
  • He regularly checks his emails.
  • The team meets regularly to discuss progress.
Context #2 | Adverb

schedule

in a steady and consistent manner, according to a set plan or schedule

Synonyms

at fixed intervals, periodically, systematically

Examples of usage

  • The magazine is published regularly every month.
  • The bus arrives regularly every hour.
Context #3 | Adverb

uniformity

in a uniform or consistent manner

Synonyms

consistently, evenly, uniformly

Examples of usage

  • The students are expected to dress regularly for school.
  • The plants need to be watered regularly.

Translations

Translations of the word "regularly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 regularmente

🇮🇳 नियमित रूप से

🇩🇪 regelmäßig

🇮🇩 secara teratur

🇺🇦 регулярно

🇵🇱 regularnie

🇯🇵 定期的に

🇫🇷 régulièrement

🇪🇸 regularmente

🇹🇷 düzenli olarak

🇰🇷 정기적으로

🇸🇦 بانتظام

🇨🇿 pravidelně

🇸🇰 pravidelne

🇨🇳 定期地

🇸🇮 redno

🇮🇸 reglulega

🇰🇿 тұрақты түрде

🇬🇪 რეგულარულად

🇦🇿 müntəzəm olaraq

🇲🇽 regularmente

Word origin

The word 'regularly' is derived from the Old French word 'reguler', which comes from the Latin word 'regularis' meaning 'according to rule'. The concept of regularity has been a fundamental aspect of human life, from daily routines to patterns in nature. Over time, 'regularly' has evolved to signify consistency, frequency, and adherence to a set pattern or schedule.

See also: irregular, irregularly, regular, regularity, regularize, regulars.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,880, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.