Acostumbrada (en. Accustomed)
/akos.tum.bɾa.ða/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has acquired a habit or custom.
She is used to getting up early.
Ella está acostumbrada a levantarse temprano.
That is part of a person's usual routine.
He is used to eating at this restaurant.
Él está acostumbrado a comer en este restaurante.
That has adapted to a situation or environment.
The animals are accustomed to the cold of winter.
Los animales están acostumbrados al frío del invierno.
Etymology
From the verb 'acostumbrar', which comes from the Latin 'consuetuare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to get used to something
To become accustomed to an activity or situation.
acostumbrarse a algo
to be accustomed to
To have a habit of doing something.
estar acostumbrado a
to get someone used to
To make someone acquire a habit or custom.
acostumbrar a alguien
Related Words
to accustom
Verb that indicates the act of making something habitual.
acostumbrar
habit
A usual practice adopted by a group or a person.
costumbre
habit
A repeated practice that becomes habitual.
hábito
Slang Meanings
To be in the groove
I am already accustomed to this work environment, I am in the groove.
Ya estoy acostumbrada a este ambiente de trabajo, estoy en la onda.
To be part of the daily routine
That routine is already part of the daily life, I am accustomed.
Esa rutina ya es del día a día, estoy acostumbrada.