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Hourly - Dictionary Entry

Hourly

Part of Speech

Adjective, Adverb

Pronunciation

ˈaʊər.li

Definitions

  • (Adjective) Occurring every hour or relating to hours.
  • (Adverb) At intervals of one hour or once per hour.

Usage Examples

  • (Adjective) The hourly wage for this job is competitive.
  • (Adverb) The train arrives hourly, so you won’t have to wait long.

Etymology

Derived from Middle English houre (hour) combined with the suffix -ly, indicating frequency or relation.

Synonyms

  • Every hour
  • Frequent

Antonyms

  • Infrequent
  • Rarely

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Por hora poɾ ˈo.ra
French Horaire ɔ.ʁɛʁ
Hindi प्रति घंटा prə.t̪i ɡʱəɳ.ʈa

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ˈaʊəli/
  • American English: /ˈaʊɚ.li/
  • Indian English: /ˈaʊər.li/

Historical Usage

Historically, the term 'hourly' was used to describe wages paid by the hour, a system that became widespread during industrialization.

Cultural Nuances

The concept of hourly work is significant in labor laws and economic structures worldwide, differentiating salaried and wage-based employment.

More Information

The term 'hourly' is commonly associated with work compensation, public transport schedules, and weather updates. It plays a vital role in structuring daily activities and labor markets globally.

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