used to
The phrase 'used to' is versatile in English, primarily indicating past habits or states and familiarity through repeated experience.
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Definition
B1General
(common)Indicates a past habit or action that no longer occurs.
Example
- I used to play soccer every weekend.
- She used to live in New York.
B2General
(common)Describes being familiar with something due to repeated exposure.
Example
- I am used to waking up early.
- He is used to the cold weather.
B2General
(common)Indicates the process of becoming familiar with something.
Example
- She is getting used to the new job.
- He is slowly getting used to the city life.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "used to":