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be used to

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grammar pattern

B1formal
  • ruКонструкция для выражения привычки или привыкания к чему-либо

A grammatical pattern used to describe being accustomed to something or being familiar with a situation, activity, or state.

Patternsbe · used · to · SLOT

  1. Being accustomed to somethingB1formal

    Used to describe a state where someone is familiar with or no longer finds something unusual or difficult.

    ruБыть привыкшим к чему-либо

    • I am used to waking up early.
    • She is used to cold weather.
    • They are used to working long hours.
  2. After verbs or prepositions (gerund usage)B2formal

    Followed by a noun or a gerund (-ing form) because 'to' functions as a preposition in this pattern.

    ruИспользование с герундием или существительным

    • He is used to driving in heavy traffic.
    • We are used to living in a big city.
    • She is used to the noise.