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Brushing teeth is part of my morning routine.
What does Routine mean?
A repeated schedule of actions.
Dictionary definition
A regular order of tasks or actions that is repeated over time.
Example sentences
Routine in a sentence
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A study routine can make homework feel easier.
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The character's routine changed when the family moved to a new town.
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What does routine mean?
Routine means a repeated schedule of actions.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to routine?
Habit is close to routine in this main meaning.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: Brushing teeth is part of my morning ____.
Routine best completes the sentence.
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roo · teen · strongest beat: teen
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WordRoutine.
Partnoun.
MeaningRoutine means A repeated schedule of actions.
ExampleExample: Brushing teeth is part of my morning routine.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- roo · teen
- Strongest beat
- teen
- Ending
- teen
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on teen.
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Routine word family
Base word
routine
noun
routines
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Hint for students
A routine is the usual set of actions you do in a regular order. It is about what you do, not where you travel.
Common mix-up
Routine is not the same as route. A routine is a repeated order of activities; a route is a path to a place.
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Write one sentence that shows routine without using the word routine. Model sentence: Each night, Nia puts away her books, fills her water bottle, and sets out clothes for the next day. Clue words: each night, puts away, fills, sets out Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show actions repeated in a regular order?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "My morning routine is brushing my teeth, packing my bag, and feeding the cat." Why does routine fit better than route?
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