Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use 'be used to' + '-ing' to describe things that are familiar, normal, or no longer strange to you.
- Always include the verb 'be' (am/is/are/was) before 'used to' for current familiarity. Example: 'I am used to the noise.'
- Follow 'used to' with a noun or a gerund (-ing verb). Example: 'She is used to driving in traffic.'
- Never use the base form of the verb after 'be used to'. Example: 'I am used to wake up early' is incorrect.
Overview
be used to 大显身手的地方。它是连接「这很奇怪」和「这是我的正常生活」之间的桥梁。很多人会把它和过去的习惯搞混，但今天，我们要确保你再也不会犯那个错误。used to 那份菜单了。在英语中，我们用这个模式来表达某件事不再新鲜、奇怪或困难。它是一种状态，而不是一个动作。你并没有在「做」什么；你只是对现状感到「自在」。与 used to（用来谈论过去）不同，be used to 可以用于过去、现在或将来。它在日常短信和随意的聊天中非常常见。如果你正过着大学生活，你可能已经 used to 靠四小时睡眠和冷披萨活下去了。这正是我们要讨论的内容。How This Grammar Works
to 是个 介词。它不是 不定式 的一部分。这对大多数学习者来说是个「原来如此！」的时刻。因为 to 是介词，所以它后面必须接 名词 或 动名词（即 -ing 形式）。你不能在它后面接动词原形。把它想象成短语 'excited about'。你会说 'I am excited about the party' 或者 'I am excited about going'。你不会说 'I am excited about go'。同样的逻辑也适用于这里。你 used to 某件事。那个「某件事」就是你的名词或动名词。它描述了你现在的现实。如果你发现自己每晚刷 TikTok 刷到凌晨 2 点，那你就是 used to 刷到很晚。这是你的习惯，现在对你来说很正常。如果一个朋友抱怨繁华城市的噪音，但你在纽约长大，你可能会说：「I am used to the noise.」它不再困扰你了。它只是你生活背景的一部分。
Formation Pattern
to be 的正确形式。这会根据你的主语和谈论的时间而改变（am, is, are, was, were, will be）。
used to。
-ing 动词）或 Noun/Pronoun（名词/代词）结束。
Conjugation Table
| 形式 | 例子 | 翻译 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Positive | I am used to waking up early. |
我{习惯 | xíguàn}早起。 |
| Negative | He isn't used to the cold. |
他不{适应 | shìyìng}寒冷。 |
| Question | Are you used to using this app? |
你用惯这个 {应用 | yìngyòng} 了吗？ |
| Past | They were used to loud music. |
他们以前{习惯 | xíguàn}大声的音乐。 |
| Future | You will be used to it soon. |
你很快就会{习惯 | xíguàn}的。 |
Politeness Levels
- **Formal
** 'I am quite accustomed to conducting meetings via Zoom.'（我相当适应通过 Zoom 举行会议。）（用于求职面试或专业电子邮件）。
- **Informal
** 'I'm used to the lag on this server.'（我习惯这服务器的延迟了。）（与朋友或同事的标准对话）。
- **Casual
** 'Yeah, I'm used to it.'（嗯，习惯啦。）（非常简短，在 WhatsApp 或 Discord 聊天中很常见）。
When To Use It
- 新环境： 你搬进了宿舍，终于
used to和五个陌生人共用一个浴室了。 - 技术： 你刚买了一个新的游戏鼠标，已经
used to那些额外的按钮了。 - 天气： 你从佛罗里达搬到了加拿大，终于
used to穿三层衣服了。 - 工作/学习： 上了三周课后，你已经
used to教授那奇怪的口音了。 - 社交媒体： 你已经
used to每次大声提到一个产品后就看到针对性广告了。（挺吓人的，对吧？）
Memory Trick
想象 used 这个词实际上是 Adjusted（调整/适应）。
'I am Adjusted To waking up early.'
如果 'Adjusted To' 在句中讲得通，就用 -ing 形式！如果你是在谈论过去的习惯（比如 'I used to play soccer'），'Adjusted To' 听起来就像胡言乱语。'I adjusted to play soccer'？不对劲吧。这样你就知道这是另一条规则了。
Common Mistakes
- 1漏掉 'be' 动词： 有人说 'I used to the city.' 错！你需要
am/is/are。正确：'I am used to the city.' - 2使用不定式： 这是个大问题。有人说 'I am used to wake up early.' 你的英语老师都要晕倒了。用
-ing！正确：'I am used to waking up early.' - 3混淆 'be used to' 和 'used to'： 记住，
used to + 不定式是指你过去做但现在不做的事。Be used to + -ing是指现在对你来说很正常的事。 - 4拼写成 'use to'： 在肯定句中，它总是带有 'd' 的
used。即使人们说话快时很难听清那个 'd'，你也必须把它写出来。
Contrast With Similar Patterns
- Used to + Base Verb: 用于过去的习惯。'I used to eat meat'（我现在是素食主义者了）。
- Get used to + Gerund: 用于改变的 过程。'I am getting used to the new UI.'（还是有点怪，但我正在适应中）。
- Be used to + Gerund: 用于改变 完成 后的状态。'I am used to the new UI.'（现在感觉完全正常了）。
Real Conversations
Alex
Sam
used to 为了兼职工作早起了。没那么糟糕啦。网红：很多人问我是如何处理那些黑粉评论的。
主持人：你现在已经 used to 无视他们了吗？
网红：完全习惯了。我已经 used to 把注意力集中在积极的氛围上。
Quick FAQ
这个能用来形容人吗？
可以！'I'm used to my roommate's snoring.'
总是接 -ing 吗？
对的，如果你用动词的话。或者直接用名词：'I'm used to the noise.'
这里的 'used' 是「使用」的意思吗？
不是！在这个特定模式中，它的意思是「习惯」或「熟悉」。
能用将来时吗？
当然可以。'Don't worry, you'll be used to the new system by Monday.'
Progressive Practice
找一件你生活中的新鲜事（新手机、新城市、新饮食）。
写一个句子说明为什么起初感觉很奇怪。
用 be used to 写第二个句子来描述现在的感受。
尝试写一个否定句：有什么是你还没 used to 的吗？
用这个结构问问朋友关于他们爱好的问题。
Conjugating 'Be Used To'
| Subject | Verb 'Be' | Used To | Object (Noun/Gerund) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
I
|
am / was
|
used to
|
the noise / working
|
|
You
|
are / were
|
used to
|
the weather / driving
|
|
He/She/It
|
is / was
|
used to
|
the food / waking up
|
|
We
|
are / were
|
used to
|
the rules / living here
|
|
They
|
are / were
|
used to
|
the traffic / commuting
|
Common Contractions
| Full Form | Contraction | Negative Contraction |
|---|---|---|
|
I am used to
|
I'm used to
|
I'm not used to
|
|
You are used to
|
You're used to
|
You aren't used to
|
|
He is used to
|
He's used to
|
He isn't used to
|
|
We are used to
|
We're used to
|
We aren't used to
|
Meanings
To be familiar with something so that it no longer seems surprising, difficult, or strange.
Current State of Familiarity
Describing a present situation where you feel comfortable or adjusted to a specific environment or habit.
“I am used to working late on Tuesdays.”
“He is used to the cold weather in Canada.”
The Process of Adjustment (Get used to)
Using 'get' instead of 'be' to describe the transition from something being strange to becoming familiar.
“It took me a while to get used to the new software.”
“You will soon get used to the commute.”
Past Familiarity
Describing a state of being accustomed to something in the past that may or may not continue now.
“When I lived in the city, I was used to hearing sirens all night.”
“They weren't used to such high levels of humidity.”
Reference Table
| 句型 | 含义 | 例子 |
|---|---|---|
|
Be used to + -ing
|
习惯于/熟悉（现状）
|
I'm used to waking up early.
|
|
Get used to + -ing
|
逐渐习惯的过程
|
I'm getting used to waking up early.
|
|
Used to + infinitive
|
过去的习惯（现在不再）
|
I used to wake up late.
|
|
Be used for + noun/-ing
|
物体的用途
|
This knife is used for cutting bread.
|
|
Be used as + noun
|
物体的功能/角色
|
This box can be used as a table.
|
正式程度
I have become accustomed to the revised schedule. (Workplace)
I'm used to the new schedule. (Workplace)
I'm cool with the new hours. (Workplace)
I'm down with the new shift. (Workplace)
Be Used To + -ing: 你的舒适区
结构
- 主语 e.g., I, She, We
- Be 动词 am, is, are, was, were
- Used to 固定短语
- 动名词 Verb + -ing
用法
- 目前习惯 常规动作
- 适应环境 适应新情况
- 舒适区 感觉自然的事物
- 名词也可以！ Used to + noun (e.g., the cold)
对比
- Used to + 不定式 过去的习惯，现在不再
- Get Used To + -ing 适应的过程
Used To 家族成员
我该用哪个 'Used To'？
你在谈论过去有但现在没有的习惯或状态吗？
你在描述*逐渐习惯*某事的过程吗？
你在描述*已经习惯*某事的状态吗？
我们会习惯的各种事情
日常常规
- • waking up early
- • commuting
- • cooking healthy
- • exercising daily
新环境
- • the city noise
- • cold weather
- • driving on the left
- • new food
职场生活
- • working remotely
- • long meetings
- • managing deadlines
- • new software
社交场合
- • speaking English
- • meeting new people
- • large gatherings
- • different customs
按水平分级的例句
I am used to the cold.
I am used to the cold.
She is used to the noise.
She is used to the noise.
Are you used to the food?
Are you used to the food?
They are not used to the sun.
They are not used to the sun.
I am used to my new car.
I am used to my new car.
He isn't used to the new teacher.
He isn't used to the new teacher.
We are getting used to the new house.
We are getting used to the new house.
Is she used to her new phone?
Is she used to her new phone?
I am used to waking up at 6 AM.
I am used to waking up at 6 AM.
She is used to working in a team.
She is used to working in a team.
They aren't used to eating so late.
They aren't used to eating so late.
Are you used to living in a flat?
Are you used to living in a flat?
I've finally gotten used to the way he speaks.
I've finally gotten used to the way he speaks.
She was used to being the best in her class.
She was used to being the best in her class.
You'll get used to the pressure of the job.
You'll get used to the pressure of the job.
We weren't used to having so much free time.
We weren't used to having so much free time.
He is quite used to being criticized by the media.
He is quite used to being criticized by the media.
I'm not used to such blatant disregard for the rules.
I'm not used to such blatant disregard for the rules.
Having lived in Tokyo, she was used to navigating crowded trains.
Having lived in Tokyo, she was used to navigating crowded trains.
They had become used to the silence of the desert.
They had become used to the silence of the desert.
The seasoned diplomat was used to parrying difficult questions.
The seasoned diplomat was used to parrying difficult questions.
One eventually becomes used to the ephemeral nature of fame.
One eventually becomes used to the ephemeral nature of fame.
She was used to the rhythmic, almost hypnotic, sound of the loom.
She was used to the rhythmic, almost hypnotic, sound of the loom.
He was used to his authority being absolute and unquestioned.
He was used to his authority being absolute and unquestioned.
容易混淆
Learners mix up 'I used to drive' (past habit) and 'I am used to driving' (current familiarity).
Learners think 'be used to' and 'get used to' are identical.
Learners use 'used to' to talk about present habits.
常见错误
I used to the cold.
I am used to the cold.
I am use to the cold.
I am used to the cold.
I am used the cold.
I am used to the cold.
He used to the rain.
He is used to the rain.
I am used to drive.
I am used to driving.
Are you used to the new job?
Are you used to the new job?
I not used to this.
I am not used to this.
I used to living here.
I am used to living here.
I am used to wake up early.
I am used to waking up early.
I've used to the noise.
I've gotten used to the noise.
I am used to be told what to do.
I am used to being told what to do.
句型
I am used to ___.
She isn't used to ___ing ___.
It took me a long time to get used to ___.
Are you used to ___ yet?
Real World Usage
I am used to working under tight deadlines.
Still not used to the new update! #tech
Are you used to the local currency yet?
Ugh, not used to this heat wave.
Are you used to the side effects of the medication?
I'm getting used to the new neighborhood.
找准 Be 动词
used to 前面有没有 am, is, are, was, were。如果没有，你可能在说过去的事：“I used to live in Paris.”动名词是关键！
to 是介词，后面必须接 -ing 形式。千万别用动词原形：“I am used to drinking tea.”想想“这对我正常吗”
适应新文化
名词也可以哦！
Smart Tips
Check if there is a 'be' verb before 'used'. If yes, add -ing!
Use 'get used to' to describe your journey of adjustment.
Use 'accustomed to' instead of 'used to' for a more professional tone.
Use the present perfect: 'I still haven't gotten used to...'
发音
The 'd' in 'used'
In 'used to', the 'd' is often silent or blends into the 't' of 'to'. It sounds like /juːst tuː/.
The 's' sound
The 's' in 'used to' is unvoiced /s/, unlike the verb 'to use' which has a voiced /z/.
Stress on 'used'
I am USED to it.
Emphasizing that you are indeed familiar, perhaps after someone doubted you.
记住它
记忆技巧
Remember: 'BE used to -ING'. If you see the verb 'BE', you must use the '-ING'.
视觉联想
Imagine a person standing comfortably in a snowstorm. They are wearing a t-shirt and smiling. They are 'used to' the cold. The 'BE' verb is like the t-shirt—it's part of their current state.
Rhyme
With a 'be' and a 'to', the '-ing' is for you!
Story
When I first moved to the city, the sirens kept me awake. I was NOT used to the noise. After a month, I started GETTING used to it. Now, I AM used to the noise and I sleep like a baby.
Word Web
挑战
Look around your room. Find three things you are used to (e.g., 'I am used to the color of my walls') and one thing you are still getting used to.
文化笔记
British people often use 'be used to' when discussing the weather or queuing. It's a way of showing resilience.
In the US, this is frequently used when discussing long commutes or large food portions.
This is the primary grammar rule used in 'Culture Shock' workshops to describe the adjustment phase.
The word 'used' comes from the Old French 'user', meaning 'to practice or be accustomed to'.
对话开场白
What is something about your city that visitors aren't used to?
Are you used to waking up early, or are you a night owl?
Tell me about a habit you're still getting used to.
If you moved to a different country, what would be the hardest thing to get used to?
日记主题
常见错误
Test Yourself
He ___ used to working in a team.
Find and fix the mistake:
I am used to drive my kids to school every day.
翻译成英文：“她习惯了早起。”
Answer starts with: ["S...
Arrange the words in the correct order:
All words placed
Click words above to build the sentence
Score: /4
练习题
8 exercisesI am not used to ___ (eat) such a large breakfast.
Which sentence is correct?
Find and fix the mistake:
She is used to wake up at 5 AM every morning.
Driving on the left is now normal for me.
1. I used to run. 2. I am used to running.
A: How is the new job? B: It's hard, I'm not ___ the long hours yet.
You can use 'be used to' with a noun.
not / I / used / am / to / weather / this
Score: /8
Practice Bank
12 exercisesThey were used to ___ all night for exams.
My cat ___ used to sleeping on my bed.
We are used to live in a small apartment.
He isn't used to the long hours, he needs to getting used to them.
选择正确的句子：
选择正确的句子：
翻译成英文：“我们不习惯这里的安静。”
翻译成英文：“你习惯一个人住吗？”
将单词排序组成正确的句子：
将单词排序组成正确的句子：
将情况与正确的形式匹配：
将开头与正确的结尾匹配：
Score: /12
常见问题 (8)
`Used to` describes a past habit (e.g., 'I used to smoke'). `Be used to` describes current familiarity (e.g., 'I am used to the noise').
No. You must say `I am used to swimming`. The 'to' is a preposition, so it needs a gerund.
Not exactly. `Get used to` is the process of becoming familiar. `Be used to` is the final state of being familiar.
Yes! 'You will soon be used to the new system.'
Because 'used' is acting as an adjective (like 'tired' or 'bored').
Yes, absolutely. 'I am used to the city.'
It is neutral and used in all contexts, from casual chat to business meetings.
Use the negative: 'I am not used to...' or 'I haven't gotten used to...'
Scaffolded Practice
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Mastery Progress
Needs Practice
Improving
Strong
Mastered
In Other Languages
Estar acostumbrado a + infinitivo
Spanish uses infinitive; English uses gerund.
Être habitué à + infinitif
English uses 'be' + 'used to' + '-ing'.
An etwas gewöhnt sein
German uses 'zu' + infinitive; English uses 'to' + '-ing'.
〜に慣れている (ni narete iru)
Japanese doesn't have a gerund/infinitive distinction in the same way.
معتاد على (mu'tad 'ala)
Preposition choice and verb form.
习惯 (xíguàn)
English requires the 'be' verb and specific verb endings.
Learning Path
Prerequisites
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