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It is common to revise writing drafts.
What does Common mean?
Usual or seen often.
Dictionary definition
Happening often or shared by many people.
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Common in a sentence
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A common mistake is skipping directions.
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The passage compares common habits across different classrooms.
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What does common mean?
Common means happening often or shared by many people.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to common?
Usual is close in meaning to common in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a good contrast to common?
Rare gives a useful opposite or contrast to common.
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WordCommon.
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MeaningCommon means Usual or seen often.
ExampleExample: It is common to revise writing drafts.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kah · mun
- Strongest beat
- kah
- Ending
- mun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kah.
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Hint for students
Common means seen or found often. It can also mean shared by people or things.
Common mix-up
Common is not the same as ordinary in every sentence. Common can mean frequent, while ordinary means not special or unusual.
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Write one sentence that shows common without using the word common. Model sentence: Many students in our class bring pencils every day. Clue words: many students, bring pencils, every day Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something that happens or appears often?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: 'Robins are common birds in our neighborhood.' Why does common fit better than rare?
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