Posted by Neil Keefe on September 16, 2010
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“Used To” has two meanings:
Something that happened many times in the past, that doesn’t happen any more:
- I used to drive to Boston every day. (But I don’t any more.)
- I used to visit my uncle in Peabody on Sundays. (But I don’t any more.)
Something that you are accustomed to:
- Isn’t the weather in Boston cold? Yes, but I’m used to it.
- I get up at 4 AM every morning. At first it was tough, but now I’m used to it.
- I have to get up at 4 AM every morning. No matter how long I do it, I’ll never get used to it.
- Are your eyeglasses uncomfortable? Not at all, I’m used to wearing them.
Notice the difference between:
- I used to wear glasses.
- I’m used to wearing glasses.
The sound is very similar, but the meaning is quite different! |
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