Word
commonly
Phoneticscom·mon·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɑmənɫi/
UK/kˈɒmənli/
Adverb of frequency
Definitions
01usually or frequently
B1 · Intermediate
adv. often or in most situations.
adv. frequently or usually; indicates a high frequency or a standard state of affairs.
日本語:普通※
Español:comúnmente
“This type of bird is commonly seen in gardens during the summer.”
“It is commonly assumed that the project will be completed by the end of the fiscal year, though no official announcement has been made.”
Usage
Typically placed before the main verb or an adjective.
Synonyms
02by many people
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adv. by most people or in a way that many people share.
adv. in a manner that is shared by the public or a specific group; often used to describe shared beliefs or names.
日本語:一般に※
“The plant is commonly known as 'mother-in-law's tongue'.”
“The condition was commonly misdiagnosed as a simple allergy before more advanced testing became available to the general public.”
Usage
Often used with passive verbs like 'known', 'called', or 'believed'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “commonly” in context.
Verb
01. commonly accept
“It is now commonly accepted that smoking causes serious health problems.”
adv + verb
02. commonly associate
“People commonly associate the color red with danger or passion.”
adv + verb
03. commonly assume
“It is commonly assumed that technology always makes life easier.”
adv + verb
04. commonly call
“The plant is commonly called a 'Spider Plant' due to its long leaves.”
adv + verb
05. commonly cite
“Lack of funding is the most commonly cited reason for the project's failure.”
adv + verb
06. commonly describe
“The symptoms are commonly described as a mild pressure in the head.”
adv + verb
07. commonly know
“Vitamin C is commonly known for its ability to boost the immune system.”
adv + verb
08. commonly present
“These bacteria are commonly present in the human digestive system.”
adv + verb
09. commonly refer
“Locals commonly refer to the park as 'The Green Lung' of the city.”
adv + verb
10. commonly regard
“He is commonly regarded as one of the greatest writers of the century.”
adv + verb
11. commonly report
“Patients commonly report feeling tired after taking the medication.”
adv + verb
12. commonly see
“These birds are commonly seen in gardens during the spring months.”
adv + verb
Real-World Examples
“It turns out that the one that works best—Direct Reduced Grade Taconite—is one of the most commonly used grades available in Minnesota.” “When in-person visits are offered, they most commonly are noncontact, an arrangement that is easier for jails to manage .” “Most of these organisms lived before animals commonly developed shells, bones, or other hard body parts.” “Astronauts also commonly eat less than expected and may lose weight during missions.” Etymology
Inherited from Middle English comunly; equivalent to common + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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