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généralement

generally

adverb zheh-neh-ral-MAHN Rare

Also means

usually

Usage Note

Généralement expresses what is true as a rule or in most cases, similar to English 'generally' or 'typically.' It is interchangeable with en général in most contexts, though généralement is slightly more formal. It commonly appears at the start of a sentence or before the verb.

Examples

"Généralement, il part tôt le matin."

Natural Translation

Generally, he leaves early in the morning.

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