A2 2K

Usual

UK /["/ˈjuːʒuəl//ˈjuːʒəl/"]/ US /["/ˈjuːʒuəl//ˈjuːʒəl/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

that happens or is done most of the time or in most cases

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In simple words: something that happens often or is normal

Examples

• It's usual for her to arrive early in the morning.
• His usual routine includes jogging every day.
• The usual weather in summer is hot and sunny.
• I ordered my usual at the café today.
• She wore her usual outfit for the party.

Usage notes

Use 'usual' in everyday conversation to describe normal conditions. Avoid in formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

usually + verb

Memory hint

Think of 'usual' as 'u' + 'usual', like the 'usual' thing you do each day.

Collocations

• be
• become
• quite
• very
• far from
• for
• as per usual
• as usual
• like usual

Synonyms

• normal

Antonyms

• unusual
• rare
• extraordinary

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'unusual', thinking they mean the same thing.
• Using 'usual' as a noun incorrectly.
• Mixing up 'usual' with 'common'.