Dictionary
English - Dutch
Common
ˈkɑmən
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
gemeenschappelijk, algemeen, veelvoorkomend, gebruikelijk, normaal
Common meanings in Dutch
gemeenschappelijk
Example:
We have a common interest in music.
We hebben een gemeenschappelijk belang in muziek.
This is a common problem among students.
Dit is een gemeenschappelijk probleem onder studenten.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions about shared interests or issues.
Note: This meaning emphasizes shared characteristics or interests.
algemeen
Example:
The common opinion is that the movie was great.
De algemene mening is dat de film geweldig was.
In common practice, we follow this procedure.
In de algemene praktijk volgen we deze procedure.
Usage: formalContext: Used in contexts like formal discussions, reports, or guidelines.
Note: This meaning refers to what is usual or typical.
veelvoorkomend
Example:
It is a common mistake to forget your keys.
Het is een veelvoorkomende fout om je sleutels te vergeten.
Common symptoms of the flu include fever and cough.
Veelvoorkomende symptomen van de griep zijn koorts en hoest.
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversation, especially when discussing frequent occurrences.
Note: This meaning emphasizes frequency and is often used in medical or casual contexts.
gebruikelijk
Example:
It's common to greet people with a handshake.
Het is gebruikelijk om mensen met een handdruk te begroeten.
Common practices vary from culture to culture.
Gebruikelijke praktijken variëren van cultuur tot cultuur.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when describing customs or standard behaviors.
Note: This meaning highlights what is typically accepted or expected in social situations.
normaal
Example:
It's common for kids to play outside.
Het is normaal dat kinderen buiten spelen.
A common reaction to stress is anxiety.
Een normale reactie op stress is angst.
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday language to describe typical behaviors or feelings.
Note: This meaning relates to what is considered standard or typical in everyday life.
Common's synonyms
ordinary
Ordinary means something that is not special or unique, similar to common but may imply a lack of distinction.
Example: It's just an ordinary day at work.
Note: Ordinary can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation compared to common.
typical
Typical refers to something that is characteristic or representative of a particular kind, similar to common in the sense of being usual or expected.
Example: This is a typical example of his work.
Note: Typical emphasizes the idea of being a standard or usual example.
frequent
Frequent means happening or occurring at short intervals, similar to common but focusing on the regularity of something.
Example: He makes frequent trips to the city.
Note: Frequent emphasizes the repeated nature of occurrence.
widespread
Widespread means existing or happening over a large area or among many people, similar to common in the sense of being prevalent.
Example: The disease is widespread in the region.
Note: Widespread emphasizes the extensive distribution or occurrence.
usual
Usual refers to something that is habitual, customary, or expected, similar to common in the sense of being what is typically done or encountered.
Example: My usual route to work was blocked.
Note: Usual emphasizes the idea of being what is commonly or normally expected.
Common expressions, common phrases
Common knowledge
Information or facts that are widely known and accepted by most people.
Example: It's common knowledge that the sun rises in the east.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the widespread acceptance and familiarity of the information.
Common sense
Practical judgment based on experience and reasoning that is shared by many people.
Example: Using common sense, she decided not to go out in the pouring rain without an umbrella.
Note: Common sense refers to practical wisdom and judgment rather than mere prevalence.
Common ground
Shared beliefs, interests, or opinions that provide a basis for mutual understanding or agreement.
Example: Despite their differences, they found common ground on the need for environmental protection.
Note: Common ground emphasizes the shared aspects that can unite people despite their differences.
In common
Something shared or mutually possessed by two or more people.
Example: They discovered they had a love for hiking in common.
Note: This phrase highlights the shared possession or attribute among individuals.
Common courtesy
Polite behavior and manners that are considered standard in social interactions.
Example: It's just common courtesy to hold the door open for the person behind you.
Note: Common courtesy refers to expected politeness in social situations rather than its prevalence.
Common practice
A behavior or action that is widely accepted and followed as customary or standard.
Example: In many cultures, it's a common practice to bow as a sign of respect.
Note: Common practice emphasizes the customary nature of the behavior rather than its frequency.
Common thread
A recurring theme, idea, or characteristic that is present in different situations or contexts.
Example: The common thread in all her stories is the theme of redemption.
Note: Common thread refers to a unifying element connecting disparate things rather than their prevalence.
Common cause
A shared goal, purpose, or objective that unites individuals or groups in working towards a common aim.
Example: They joined forces in a common cause to fight against poverty in their community.
Note: Common cause emphasizes the unity in pursuing a shared goal rather than its frequency.
Common everyday (slang) expressions
Run-of-the-mill
Used to describe something ordinary, average, or unexceptional.
Example: The job was just another run-of-the-mill office position.
Note: The slang term 'run-of-the-mill' is more informal and casual compared to the formal word 'common.'
Dime a dozen
Refers to something common and easily available, often without much value.
Example: Those cheap sunglasses are a dime a dozen at the mall.
Note: The slang term 'dime a dozen' emphasizes the abundance and lack of uniqueness compared to the word 'common.'
Two a penny
Derives from 'a penny for two' and means something very common and of little value.
Example: Those trinkets are two a penny in that store.
Note: The slang term 'two a penny' highlights the commonness and low worth compared to the original word 'common.'
As common as muck
Used to describe something extremely common or widespread.
Example: The gossip about him is as common as muck around here.
Note: The slang term 'as common as muck' adds a colloquial flair and emphasizes the ubiquity of something compared to 'common.'
Plain-Jane
Describes something or someone simple, basic, or unremarkable.
Example: She always goes for the plain-Jane options when shopping.
Note: The slang term 'plain-Jane' conveys a more informal and sometimes slightly derogatory tone compared to 'common.'
Ten a penny
Means something very common, abundant, and easily obtainable.
Example: Those knockoff bags are ten a penny on the streets.
Note: The slang term 'ten a penny' emphasizes the sheer number and availability of something compared to 'common.'
Bog-standard
Describes something very ordinary, basic, or unremarkable.
Example: It's just a bog-standard printer, nothing special.
Note: The slang term 'bog-standard' carries a more informal and perhaps slightly dismissive tone compared to 'common.'
Common - Examples
Common sense is not so common.
Gezond verstand is niet zo gewoon.
It's common knowledge that smoking is bad for your health.
Het is algemene kennis dat roken slecht is voor je gezondheid.
The common cold is a viral infection.
De gewone verkoudheid is een virale infectie.
Common grammar
Common - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: common
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): commoner
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): commonest
Adjective (Adjective): common
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): commons
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): common
Syllables, Separation and Stress
common Contains 2 syllables: com • mon
Phonetic transcription: ˈkä-mən
com mon , ˈkä mən (The red syllable is stressed)
Common - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
common: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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