Habitual Meaning in English
word
həˈbɪtʃuəɫ
huh-BITCH-oo-uhl
hɐbˈɪtʃuːəl
huh-BITCH-oo-uhl
Definition
Describes something that is done regularly, often, or as a habit; typical behavior for a person.
Usage & Nuances
Formally used, more common in written or academic English. Often used in phrases like 'habitual offender' (someone who breaks the law regularly), 'habitual behavior,' or 'habitual actions.' Not used with positive expressions as often as 'regular' or 'typical.'
Spanish: habitualPortuguese (BR): habitual - de costumePortuguese (PT): habitual - de hábitoChinese (Simplified): 习惯性的Chinese (Traditional): 習慣性的Hindi: आदतनArabic: اعتياديBengali: অভ্যাসগত - স্বভাবজাতRussian: привычныйJapanese: 習慣的Vietnamese: thường xuyên - theo thói quenKorean: 습관적인Turkish: alışılmış - alışkanlık haline gelmişUrdu: عادی - عادتاًIndonesian: kebiasaan - sifat kebiasaan
Example Sentences
She was late again, as is habitual for her.
basic
Smoking became a habitual part of his day.
basic
He is a habitual coffee drinker.
basic
Police described her as a habitual offender.
natural
His habitual nervousness makes public speaking difficult.
natural
Skipping breakfast is habitual for many busy people.
natural