The difference between Commonly and Generally

When used as adverbs, commonly means as a rule, whereas generally means popularly or widely.


check bellow for the other definitions of Commonly and Generally

  1. Commonly as an adverb:

    as a rule; frequently; usually

  2. Commonly as an adverb (obsolete):

    in common; familiarly

  1. Generally as an adverb:

    Popularly or widely.

    Examples:

    "It is generally known that the Earth is round."

  2. Generally as an adverb:

    As a rule; usually.

    Examples:

    "I generally have a walk in the afternoon."

  3. Generally as an adverb:

    Without reference to specific details.

    Examples:

    "'Generally speaking …"

  4. Generally as an adverb (obsolete):

    Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.