/ˈnɔːməli/
Translation
Usually; in the way that happens most of the time, or in the normal way.
Word origin
From normal plus -ly, from Latin norma, the square tool builders used to make right angles.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- norma
- English cognates
- normal, enormous
Examples
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It means this is what happens most days.
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"Normally" often sits before the main verb.
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Here it means in the normal way - nothing is wrong.
Used in
Grammar articles
(5)Emphasis in English: I do like it, my own, the very, and how to push back
Present continuous tense: form, spelling and uses
Present simple tense: rules, examples and when to use it
Reflexive and reciprocal pronouns in English: myself, yourself, each other, and when English does not bother
English tenses explained: all 12 with a master table
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