commonly — Usually; frequently; in a way that occurs often or is widely shared by many people.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: Usually; frequently; in a way that occurs often or is widely shared by many people.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːmənli/
Example Sentences
- Students commonly forget to bring their homework on Monday mornings.
- This herb is commonly used in Mediterranean cooking.
- Cats commonly ignore their owners when called by name.
commonly
ADVERB[/ˈkɑːmənli/]
Usually; frequently; in a way that occurs often or is widely shared by many people.
Usually; frequently; in a way that occurs often or is widely shared by many people.
What commonly separates joy from sorrow? Here they meet uncommonly, yet solemnly.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'communis' meaning 'shared by all' or 'public', which evolved into English 'common' meaning ordinary or widespread. The adverb form was created by adding the suffix '-ly'.
Breakdown
common (from Latin communis meaning 'shared by all') + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Students commonly forget to bring their homework on Monday mornings.”
“This herb is commonly used in Mediterranean cooking.”
“Cats commonly ignore their owners when called by name.”
“English is commonly spoken as a second language worldwide.”
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