Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Practice”
Doing something many times to get better at it, or a usual way of doing things.
Word Family of Practice
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
What is the noun of practice? — practice
What is the verb of practice? — practice
What is the adjective of practice? — practical
What is the adverb of practice? — practically
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Piano practice every day helps you improve. A2
- It is common practice to shake hands when meeting someone new. B1
- Consistent practice combined with professional coaching accelerates skill development. B2
Word Form Patterns for Practice
-al
Adds **-al** to form an adjective meaning relating to. Example: practice → practical.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: practice → practically.
Origin and Word Formation of Practice
From Old French 'practise', from Medieval Latin 'practizare'.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Practice
Wrong: You should practice for three hours daily.
Correct: You should do three hours of practice daily.
In American English, 'practice' is both noun and verb; 'practice for' is informal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Practice
What are the word forms of “practice”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “practice”?
“practice” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “practice” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “practice” come from?
From Old French 'practise', from Medieval Latin 'practizare'.