Pronunciation

Syllables: re-gu-lar-ly
Stress: Primary stress on first syllable
IPA (General American): /ˈɹɛɡjəlɚli/
IPA (Received Pronunciation): /ˈɹɛɡjəli/
Hyphenation: re-gu-lar-ly

Part of Speech

Adverb (formed by adding suffix **-ly** to adjective “regular”)

Meaning

With constant frequency or pattern; normally or ordinarily. Refers to consistent, habitual actions or predictable intervals.

Grammar Notes

– Adverb of manner
– Comparative: more regularly
– Superlative: most regularly
– Used with verbs to indicate routine:
*”She **brushes** teeth **regularly**”*

Interesting Facts

– Old English roots: From Proto-Germanic *ripaz* (“even, smooth”)
– Originally meant “in a regular manner” (not “frequently”, though often used interchangeably)
– One of 2 English words with 3 consecutive vowels (eae in “ea只有ei” – technically a diphthong sequence)

Learning Tips

– Connect to adjective “regular” (meaning consistent)
– Visualize schedules/calendar imagery
– Memorize with the phrase: “Work regularly ⇒ Checks regulary”

Examples

Simple: “Plants need water regularly.”
Medium: “She visits relatives regularly, but never on holidays.”
Complex: “The team innovated processes, but maintained client communications regularly despite challenges.”

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms: as a rule, routinely, habitually
Antonyms: irregularly, sporadically, occasionally

Common Collocations

• regularly scheduled
• regularly check
• maintain regularity regularly
• attend regularly

Student Mini-Task

1. Create a sentence using “regularly” for your daily routine
2. Replace “regularly” with a synonym in: “They met **regularly** at the cafe.”
3. Identify stress in: /ˈɹɛɡjəlɚli/