Talk about habits that are common but not absolute.
The idea
Generalmente means usually or generally. It can come before or after the verb.
Examples
- Generalmente cenamos en el patio.We usually have dinner in the courtyard.
- El museo generalmente abre los martes.The museum usually opens on Tuesdays.
- Generalmente camino hasta la estación.I usually walk to the station.
- En abril generalmente llueve aquí.It usually rains here in April.
- Mis vecinos generalmente cultivan tomates.My neighbours usually grow tomatoes.
- La clase termina generalmente a las seis.The class usually ends at six.
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Do not confuse generalmente with siempre: a usual pattern can have exceptions.
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Choose the word that fits: La tienda abre ___, pero a veces cierra. (generalmente / siempre)
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generalmente
Generalmente: the shop opens on most days, with exceptions.
Choose the word that fits: Vamos ___ en tren, aunque hoy vamos en bus. (generalmente / siempre)
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generalmente
Generalmente: this describes the usual way to travel.
Choose the word that fits: El reloj funciona todos los días sin excepción: funciona ___. (generalmente / siempre)
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siempre
Siempre: every single day leaves no exceptions.
Practice round
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Choose the word that fits: La tienda abre ___, pero a veces cierra. (generalmente / siempre)
Choose the word that fits: Vamos ___ en tren, aunque hoy vamos en bus. (generalmente / siempre)
Choose the word that fits: El reloj funciona todos los días sin excepción: funciona ___. (generalmente / siempre)
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Describe a usual journey, meal and opening time.