normally

UK: ˈnɔːməli | US: ˈnɔːrməli

Definition

  1. adv. in a usual or typical manner

  2. adv. under normal conditions; as a rule

Structure
norm <standard>al <adjective suffix>ly <adverb suffix>
Etymology

The word "normally" traces back to the Latin norma (meaning "carpenter’s square" or "rule"), which evolved into the English root "norm" (a standard or pattern). The suffix "-al" transforms it into an adjective ("normal"), and "-ly" further converts it into an adverb. The progression reflects a logical shift from a concrete tool (the square) to abstract rules, then to habitual actions.

Examples

  1. She normally wakes up at 6 a.m.

  2. The train is normally on time.

  3. He speaks normally despite the injury.

  4. Normally, we don’t allow late submissions.

  5. The system functions normally under these conditions.