regular
Translation
regular, usual, ordinary, frequent
Examples
He goes for a regular check-up.
He goes for a regular check-up.
She is a regular customer.
She is a regular customer.
This is the regular procedure.
This is the regular procedure.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) happening at fixed intervals He has a regular heartbeat.
((...)) usual or ordinary This is the regular price.
((...)) doing something often She is a regular visitor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: normal, standard, usual, frequent; Antonyms: irregular, unusual, occasional
Etymology
From Latin 'regularis', from 'regula' (rule). Related to 'regulate' and 'rule'.
Memory Tips
A 'regular' schedule follows a 'rule' ('regula').