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/nɔʁ.mal.mɑ̃/

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Translation

normally, usually; in theory

Word origin

From the adjective normal with the adverbial suffix -ment, from Latin normalis, itself from norma ('a carpenter's square, a rule'). English 'norm' and 'normal' share the noun.

Origin
Latin
Root
norma
English cognates
norm, normal

Examples

, .

Normally, he gets home around seven.

' .

Everything went as usual.

, ' ' .

Strictly speaking, you are not allowed in here.

.

The shop usually opens on Mondays.

l'.

Breathe normally during the examination.

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This word is part of lesson 42.