Gebruikelijk
Example: Het is gebruikelijk om op tijd te komen voor afspraken.
Definition
"Gebruikelijk" describes something that is customary or usual, often referring to practices or behaviors that are commonly accepted or expected in a particular context, such as arriving on time for appointments.
Etymology
The word "gebruikelijk" comes from the Dutch verb "gebruiken," meaning 'to use,' combined with the suffix '-elijk,' which forms adjectives. It originally referred to something that is used or customary, highlighting how practices become established through regular use.
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"Gebruikelijk" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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