normalement

French

Etymology

    From normal +‎ -ment.

    Pronunciation

    • IPA(key): /nɔʁ.mal.mɑ̃/
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    Adverb

    normalement

    1. in theory
    2. usually (most of the time)
    3. normally

    Usage notes

    • the first definition can often be translated using the modal verb should:
      Normalement il doit arriver vers dix heures.
      He should arrive about ten o' clock.

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