annually
Annually (adv) means Once a year; every year. Example: “The membership fee is billed annually.”
How to use annually
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOn a yearly basis.
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Etymology
From annual plus the adverb suffix -ly.
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What does “annually” mean?
The word “annually” means once a year; every year. In plain terms, on a yearly basis.
How do you pronounce “annually”?
“Annually” is pronounced AN-yoor-lee (/ˈæn.ju.ə.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “annually” in a sentence?
Here is “annually” used in a sentence: “The membership fee is billed annually.”
What part of speech is “annually”?
“Annually” is an adverb.
Is “annually” a common word?
“Annually” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between "annually" and "yearly"?
"Annually" and "yearly" both mean happening once a year and are largely interchangeable. "Yearly" is slightly more informal and can also work as an adjective, as in "a yearly review," while "annually" functions only as an adverb.
What is the difference between "annually" and "per annum"?
Both mean "each year," but "per annum" is a formal Latin phrase used mainly with figures such as rates, salaries, or interest, as in "5% per annum," while "annually" is plain English suited to general writing.
What is the difference between "annually" and "biannually"?
"Annually" means once a year, while "biannually" means twice a year. Because "biannually" is often confused with "biennially," which means every two years, it is clearer to write "twice a year" when precision matters.
Where does "annually" go in a sentence?
As an adverb, "annually" usually comes after the verb or object, as in "The festival is held annually" or "We review the budget annually." It describes how often the action happens.