Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Normal”
Typical or usual; what most people expect or what happens most of the time.
Word Family of Normal
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- It is normal to feel nervous before an exam. A2
- The weather has been warmer than normal this year. B1
- Normal distribution is fundamental to statistical analysis and hypothesis testing. C1
Word Form Patterns for Normal
-ity
Adds **-ity** to form an abstract noun about a quality or state. Example: normal → normality.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: normal → normally.
Origin and Word Formation of Normal
From Latin 'normalis' meaning according to rule or pattern; from 'norma' (rule).
Common Word Form Mistakes with Normal
Wrong: It is normal that she feels worried about results.
Correct: It is normal for her to feel worried about results.
Use 'it is normal for (person) to (verb)' structure, not 'that' clause.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Normal
What are the word forms of “normal”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “normal”?
“normal” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “normal” come from?
From Latin 'normalis' meaning according to rule or pattern; from 'norma' (rule).