常 — meaning in English
cháng
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English meaning
- commonly adverb Usually; in most cases.
- constant adj Not changing; staying the same over time.
- frequent adj Happening often; occurring at short intervals.
- frequently adv Often; at frequent intervals.
- invariable adj Not variable; unalterable; uniform; always having the same value.
- permanent adj Lasting forever or for an indefinitely long time, without a planned end.
Senses
常 is used for these senses in English:
- a lot (informal) Often; frequently.
- commonly As a rule; frequently; usually.
- constant Unchanged through time or space; permanent.
- frequent Done or occurring often; common.
- frequently At frequent intervals.
- invariable Not variable; unalterable; uniform; always having the same value.
- most of the time On most occasions; usually.
- on-brand (idiomatic) Consistent with one's reputation, perhaps to a stereotypical degree.
constant — full definition
- adj Not changing; staying the same over time.
- adj Loyal and dependable; steady in feeling or purpose.
- noun A value or quantity that never changes.