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Accustomed to doing Meaning in English

expression

əˈkəstəmd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈduɪŋ
uh-KUHS-tuhmd tuh DOO-ing
ɐkˈʌstəmd/ /tˈuː/ /dˈuːɪŋ
uh-KUS-tuhmd too DOO-ing

Definition

If you are accustomed to doing something, you are familiar with it and do not find it strange or difficult, usually because you have done it many times before.

Usage & Nuances

More formal than 'used to doing.' Always followed by a gerund ('accustomed to working'). Common in both spoken and written English, especially in formal or polite contexts. Avoid confusing with 'used to do,' which refers to past habits.

Example Sentences

I am accustomed to getting up early.

basic

She is accustomed to working late hours.

basic

They are accustomed to eating spicy food.

basic

I'm not accustomed to driving in heavy traffic, so it makes me nervous.

natural

After living here for a year, I've gotten accustomed to using public transport.

natural

You’ll quickly become accustomed to meeting new people at this job.

natural