habitual

ah-bee-TOO-ahla.βiˈtwal

“habitual” means “usual” in Spanish (typical or customary).

usual, habitual

Also: regular, customary

Adjectivem/f (invariable)B1

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Su hora habitual de llegada son las nueve.

His usual time of arrival is nine o'clock.

El consumo habitual de azúcar no es saludable.

The habitual consumption of sugar is not healthy.

Esta es la ruta habitual que toma el autobús.

This is the regular route the bus takes.

Word Connections

Synonyms

usual (usual)
costumbre (custom)
frecuente (frequent)

Antonyms

inusual (unusual)
raro (rare)
ocasional (occasional)

Common Collocations

cliente habitual – regular customer
práctica habitual – common practice

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "habitual" in Spanish:

customary→habitual→regular→usual→

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Quick Quiz: habitual

Question 1 of 2

¿Cuál es la forma plural de 'práctica habitual'?

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👥 Word Family▼

hábito(habit (noun)) — Noun

habitualmente(habitually (adverb)) — Adverb

🎵 Rhymes▼

anual mensual

📚 Etymology▼

The word comes directly from the Latin word *habitualem*, which is related to *habitus* (meaning 'condition,' 'appearance,' or 'manner of being'). It has always been connected to concepts of custom and routine.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: habitualFrench: habituel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'habitual' and 'normal'?

'Habitual' focuses specifically on something that is done repeatedly due to a routine or custom (e.g., your habitual coffee shop). 'Normal' is broader and refers to something that is typical or standard across many people or situations.