Habitually Meaning in English
word · lemma: habitual
həˈbɪtʃuəɫi/, /həˈbɪtʃuɫi
huh-BICH-oo-uh-lee
hɐbˈɪtʃuːəli
huh-BICH-oo-uh-lee
Definition
If someone does something habitually, they do it regularly or as a usual habit.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in more formal or written English. Commonly modifies verbs: 'habitually late', 'habitually forgets'. Not casual—use 'usually', 'regularly', or 'always' in everyday speech. Implies a strong or persistent habit.
Spanish: habitualmentePortuguese (BR): habitualmentePortuguese (PT): habitualmenteChinese (Simplified): 习惯性地Chinese (Traditional): 習慣性地Hindi: आदतनArabic: بشكل معتادBengali: অভ্যাসগতভাবে - নিয়মিতভাবেRussian: привычно - регулярноJapanese: 習慣的にVietnamese: một cách có thói quen - theo thói quenKorean: 습관적으로Turkish: alışkanlık olarak - alışılmış şekildeUrdu: عادتاً - معمولاًIndonesian: secara kebiasaan - biasanya
Example Sentences
He habitually arrives late to class.
basic
She habitually drinks coffee every morning.
basic
The dog habitually barks at strangers.
basic
He habitually leaves his shoes by the door, no matter what.
natural
Even when she's on vacation, she habitually checks her work emails.
natural
Some people habitually interrupt others when they talk, without noticing.
natural