Normalmente (en. Normally)

/noɾmalˈmente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
It is used to refer to the frequency with which something occurs.
Normally I come home at six.
Normalmente vuelvo a casa a las seis.
Denotes that something is done habitually.
Normally, she has breakfast at eight.
Normalmente, ella desayuna a las ocho.
Expresses a common condition or situation.
Normally, the weather is mild in this season.
Normalmente, el clima es templado en esta temporada.

Etymology

It comes from the adjective 'normal' combined with the suffix '-mente', forming an adverb that indicates regularity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Normally speaking
Referring to what is common or usual in a given context.
normalmente hablando
Normally not
Indicates that something does not occur under normal conditions.
normalmente no
It is normal that
Expresses the habitual nature of an action or situation.
es normal que

Related Words

Normal
That is found in the most common or habitual state.
normal
Abnormally
In an unusual manner or that does not follow the common pattern.
anormalmente

Slang Meanings

In youth slang, it is used to refer to something that is 'the usual' or 'what always happens'.
Normally, I know that she always arrives late to the appointment.
Normalmente, sé que ella siempre llega tarde a la cita.
It refers to what is considered 'normal' in a social situation.
Normally, people here greet each other with a kiss.
Normalmente, aquí la gente se saluda de beso.