A2adverb1K

Normally

UK /["/ˈnɔːməli/"]/US /["/ˈnɔːrməli/"]/

Definition

usually; in normal circumstances

In simple words: Usually or in most cases.

Examples

Normally, I wake up at 7 AM to start my day.
She normally enjoys reading before going to bed.
Normally, it takes me about 30 minutes to get to work.
He behaves normally in social situations.
Normally, students complete their homework by Friday.
The weather is normally warm in summer.
Normally, I prefer tea over coffee in the morning.
The train runs normally on weekends, but not during holidays.

Usage notes

Use 'normally' to describe what is typical or expected in everyday situations. Avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'normal' + 'ly', like how things are most of the time.

Collocations

normally expect
normally see
normally do
normally happen

Synonyms

usually
typically
generally
ordinarily
habitually

Antonyms

abnormally
unusually

Common mistakes

Confusing with 'usually' — they are similar but may vary slightly in use.
Using in place of 'normal' incorrectly as a noun.
Placing in the wrong part of a sentence.