Kilo Lingo

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feminine

/kosˈtumbɾe/

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Translation

custom, habit

Word origin

From Latin consuetudinem, from consuetudo ('custom, habit'), the same root behind English 'custom' and 'costume'.

Origin
Latin
Root
consuetudinem
English cognates
custom, costume

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralcostumbres

Examples

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I have the habit of reading before sleeping.

siesta .

The siesta is a very Spanish custom.

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Each country has its own customs.

, convirtió .

Over time, it became a bad habit.

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It is not my habit to arrive late.

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This word is part of lesson 38.