reguliariai

Reguliariai is a Lithuanian adverb meaning “regularly” or “on a regular basis.” It describes actions performed with a fixed schedule or recurring pattern, rather than sporadically. The term is commonly used in everyday speech as well as in formal writing to signal routine, predictable behavior or events.

Etymology and form: Reguliariai is formed from the adjective meaning “regular” by adding a common adverb-forming suffix. In use, it typically modifies the verb it accompanies, placing emphasis on the regularity of the action. For example, in Lithuanian one would say Jis reguliariai sportuoja to mean “He exercises regularly.”

Usage and nuance: Reguliariai conveys a sense of routine and discipline, implying that the action happens in a consistent pattern over time. It sits between words like dažnai (often) and nuolat (constantly) in terms of frequency, highlighting a scheduled or habitual nature rather than mere abundance or continuity.

Examples:

- Jis reguliariai sportuoja. (He exercises regularly.)

- Ji reguliariai dalyvauja susitikimuose. (She attends meetings regularly.)

- Mokiniai reguliariai mokosi per visą semestrą. (Students study regularly throughout the semester.)

See also: Regularity, routine, frequency terms in Lithuanian. Reguliariai is primarily used as an adverb in standard Lithuanian and does not function as a common noun or proper name in contemporary language.