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Structure of usually

 Usually is an adverb of frequency, which means it is used to describe the frequency


of an action or event. Usually can be used in a sentence as an adjective or adverb.

Adjective

 Usually comes before a noun to add information about the quality of that noun.

For example:

 Usually people wake up at 7am.

Adverb

 Usually comes before a verb, adjective, or other adverb to add information about the
manner or degree of the action or event.

For example:

 I usually go to bed at 10pm.

Position of usually in a sentence

Usually can be placed in many positions in a sentence, but the most common positions
are:

 Between the subject and the verb

Usually stands between the subject and the verb to indicate the frequency of that
action.

For example:

I usually go to bed at 10pm.

 After an auxiliary verb

In the case of complex or subordinate sentences, usually comes after the


auxiliary verb to indicate the time or frequency of the action.
For example:

He usually doesn't watch TV.

 At the beginning of a sentence

Has the effect of giving more emphasis to some subsequent actions.

This position is only for adverbs: usually, often, and sometimes.

For example:

Usually, I go to bed at 10pm.

Usually, he comes to class a little late.

Usage of usually

 Usually is often used to describe an action or event that happens on a regular or


frequent basis. However, it can also be used to describe an action or event that
happens on an expected or planned basis.

For example:

I usually eat breakfast at home. (I usually eat breakfast at home.)

I usually go to the gym on Mondays and Wednesdays. (I usually go to the gym on


Mondays and Wednesdays.)

Notes

 Usually is not used to describe an action or event that happens on a certain or definite
basis.
 Usually is not used to describe an action or event that happens on an unexpected or
random basis.
 When using usually , make sure the accuracy and frequency match the reality of
the action or event being talked about.

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