B2adverbhistorylanguage
US/əˈrɪdʒ.ən.əl.i/
UK/əˈrɪdʒ.ən.əl.i/
at the beginning, before any change happened
In context
The building was originally a school before it became a hotel.
Where are you originally from, and when did you move here?
The meeting was originally planned for Monday, but it moved to Friday.
Words that go with originally
adverb + adjective
- originally fromMy neighbor is originally from Hue.
adverb + verb
- originally plannedThe trip was originally planned for May.
- originally builtThe castle was originally built in the twelfth century.
- originally intendedThe road was originally intended for farm traffic.
- originally designedThe app was originally designed for students.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am originally in Da Nang.Correct: I am originally from Da Nang.