Used to / Be used to / Get used to

We use ... to talk about past habits and states.

• used to

• be used to

• get used to

We use ... to talk about a present habit.

• used to

• be used to

• get used to

We use ... to talk about the development of a new habit.

• used to

• be used to

• get used to

When I started to work here I needed a lot of help, but now I ... all the work on my own. (do)

He ... several books a month, but he doesn't have time any more. (read)

We were surprised to see her driving – she ... when we first met her. (drive)

Don't worry, it's a simple program to use. You ... it in no time, I'm sure. (use)

When I had to commute to work every day I ... very early. (wake up)

I'm afraid I'll never ... in this place. I simply don't like it and never will. (live)

Whenever we came to Coventry we always ... in the Central Hotel. We loved it. (stay)