Pronunciation

/ˈrɛgjələr/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Following a fixed pattern or occurring at regular intervals; periodic. For example: “She has a regular exercise routine.”
• 2. Familiar or customary; not unusual or exceptional. For example: “This is a regular meeting spot for us.”
• 3. Characteristic or typical; normal. For example: “Her hair is usually styled in a regular bun.”
• 4. Lawful or in accordance with rules or regulations. For example: “Regular customers get a discount.”

Noun (colloquial):

• In some cases, “regular” can function as a noun to refer to a person who is frequent or habitual at a particular place, like a coffee shop or a bar. For example: “The barista knows her regulars by name.”

Verb:

• To make something regular or establish a routine. For example: “We should regularize our study sessions.”
• To attend or participate in something on a regular basis. For example: “He regularly attends yoga classes.”

Adverb:

• Used to describe actions that happen frequently or consistently. For example: “She studies regularly every evening.”

Phrases:

• “Keep up with your regular schedule” means to maintain your usual routine.
• “Be on time for your regular appointment” implies being punctual for a scheduled event.
• “Regular season” refers to the standard part of a sports competition.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “He had a regular check-up at the doctor’s.”
• Noun: “She’s a regular at this diner, always ordering the same breakfast.”
• Verb: “Let’s regularize our team meetings to twice a week.”
• Adverb: “She’s been exercising regularly since January.”

Synonyms

• Routine
• Standard
• Scheduled
• Consistent
• Habitual
• Familiar
• Expected
• Normal
• Lawful