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What do we use 'used to + infinitive' for?
To talk about a past situation that is no longer true
What does 'be used to' mean?
Being accustomed to something
When do we use 'get used to'?
To talk about the process of becoming familiar with something
What does 'used to + infinitive' and 'be/get used to + -ing' have in common?
Both are used to talk about a repeated action or state in the past
Study Notes
Used to Expressions
- 'Used to + infinitive' is used to talk about past habits or states that are no longer true.
- 'Be used to' means to be accustomed or familiar with something.
Getting Used to
- 'Get used to' is used to talk about the process of becoming accustomed to something.
Commonality
- Both 'used to + infinitive' and 'be/get used to + -ing' are used to talk about things that are familiar or habitual.
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