Usual in Tagalog

“Usual” in Tagalog is “Karaniwan” – a term that describes something common, normal, or typical that happens regularly or as expected. This word is frequently used in daily Filipino conversation when referring to routine activities, habitual behaviors, or standard situations. Discover more nuances and examples below!

[Words] = Usual

[Definition]:

• Usual /ˈjuːʒuəl/
• Adjective: Habitually or typically occurring or done; customary or normal.
• Adjective: Conforming to a standard or regular pattern; expected or familiar.

[Synonyms] = Karaniwan, Normal, Pangkaraniwan, Nakasanayan, Regular, Tipikal, Ordinaryo

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: I woke up at my usual time this morning at 6 AM.
• Ex1_PH: Gumising ako sa aking karaniwang oras ngayong umaga ng alas-6 ng umaga.
• Ex2_EN: Let’s meet at the usual place for coffee tomorrow.
• Ex2_PH: Magkita tayo sa karaniwang lugar para sa kape bukas.
• Ex3_EN: The weather today is warmer than usual for this time of year.
• Ex3_PH: Ang panahon ngayon ay mas mainit kaysa sa karaniwan para sa panahong ito ng taon.
• Ex4_EN: She ordered her usual drink at the café – a caramel macchiato.
• Ex4_PH: Nag-order siya ng kanyang karaniwang inumin sa café – isang caramel macchiato.
• Ex5_EN: Everything seems normal; it’s just another usual day at the office.
• Ex5_PH: Lahat ay mukhang normal; isa lamang itong karaniwang araw sa opisina.