usually

adverb
UK: /ˈjuːʒuəli/
US: /ˈjuːʒuəli/

  1. In the way that most often happens.

    1. I usually go to bed at 10 p.m. [ ] [ ]
    2. The bus is usually on time, but today it was late because of traffic. [ ] [ ]

  2. Under normal conditions; as a rule.

    1. We usually have good weather in July. [ ] [ ]
    2. The children usually visit their grandparents during summer holidays. [ ] [ ]

  3. Commonly; generally.

    1. She usually eats a salad for lunch. [ ] [ ]
    2. The flowers usually bloom in the spring, depending on the weather patterns. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

generally typically ordinarily

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "usually" in English means: In the way that most often happens., Under normal conditions; as a rule., Commonly; generally..

The phonetic transcription of "usually" is /ˈjuːʒuəli/ in British English and /ˈjuːʒuəli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "usually": generally, typically, ordinarily.

Example usage of "usually": "I usually go to bed at 10 p.m.". More examples on the page.