commonplace — happening or existing in many places and therefore not unusual or special
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: happening or existing in many places and therefore not unusual or special
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/
Example Sentences
- Online shopping was once revolutionary, but now it's completely commonplace.
- In Korea, seeing people bow while talking on the phone is commonplace.
- What seemed like science fiction 20 years ago is now commonplace technology.
commonplace
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/]
happening or existing in many places and therefore not unusual or special
happening or existing in many places and therefore not unusual or special
What's commonplace in the marketplace stays unique in the workplace!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Latin 'communis' (common) combined with 'placere' (to please or be acceptable). The term was formed by translating the Latin phrase 'locus communis' (a common place or general topic), which referred to traditional themes in rhetoric.
Breakdown
common (from Latin communis, shared/general) + place (from Latin placere, to be acceptable/a location) = commonplace (a thing or occurrence that is ordinary and not remarkable)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Online shopping was once revolutionary, but now it's completely commonplace.”
“In Korea, seeing people bow while talking on the phone is commonplace.”
“What seemed like science fiction 20 years ago is now commonplace technology.”
“Wearing masks became commonplace after the pandemic hit.”
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