Cool MateMeaning of Customary
In simple words: Something that is usual or expected.
Customary in a sentence
- It is customary to shake hands when meeting someone.
- In this country, it is customary to celebrate New Year's with fireworks.
How to use Customary
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'custom + ary'; customs are our usual ways.
Related words
Collocations with Customary
- customary practice
- customary law
- customary behavior
Synonyms for Customary
Opposites of Customary
Common mistakes with Customary
- Confusing with 'customize', which means to modify.
- Using 'customary' inappropriately for uncommon practices.
- Mixing up with 'habitual', which implies personal habits rather than societal norms.
Compare Customary with Usual, Traditional, Normal, Conventional
Customary appears in
Customary in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تقليدي
شيء معتاد أو متوقع.
- Bengaliবাংলা
প্রচলিত
স্বাভাবিক বা প্রত্যাশিত কিছু।
- GermanDeutsch
gewohnheitsmäßig
Etwas, das üblich oder erwartet ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Habitual
Algo que es usual o esperado.
- Persianفارسی
مرسوم، معمول
چیزی که عادیه یا انتظارش میره.
- FrenchFrançais
coutumier, habituel
Quelque chose qui est habituel ou attendu.
- Hindiहिन्दी
रिवाजी, प्रथागत
जो चीज़ आम तौर पर होती है या जिसकी उम्मीद की जाती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Usuale, Consuetudinario
Qualcosa che è solito o atteso.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Costumeiro
Algo que é usual ou esperado.
- RussianРусский
Принятый, Обычный
То, что обычно или ожидаемо.
- Urduاردو
روایتی, رواج یافته
کوئی ایسی چیز جو عام یا متوقع ہو۔
- Chinese中文
习惯的
通常或预期的事物。
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Frequently asked questions about Customary
What does Customary mean?
Something that is usual or expected.
What is the definition of Customary?
Something that is usual or typical in a particular culture or society.
How do you use Customary in a sentence?
It is customary to shake hands when meeting someone.
Can you give another example of Customary?
In this country, it is customary to celebrate New Year's with fireworks.
What are synonyms for Customary?
Common alternatives include usual, traditional, normal, conventional, accepted.
What is the opposite of Customary?
Opposite meanings include unusual, unexpected.
What words go with Customary?
It commonly pairs with customary practice, customary law, customary behavior.
What are common mistakes when using Customary?
Confusing with 'customize', which means to modify. Using 'customary' inappropriately for uncommon practices. Mixing up with 'habitual', which implies personal habits rather than societal norms.
How do you pronounce Customary?
US: //ˈkʌstəmˌɛri//, UK: //ˈkʌstəməri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Customary?
Use 'customary' when describing behavior or practices that are widely accepted; it’s neutral but may sound slightly formal in casual contexts.
What CEFR level is Customary?
"Customary" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.