Practice used to, be used to and get used to with B1+ exercises. Learn the differences with clear explanations and grammar quizzes.
Used to, Be Used to, Get Used to Exercises
Learners often get confused by used to, be used to, and get used to because they look alike but have different meanings and grammar. At the B1+ level, knowing these differences will help you talk clearly about things that have happened in the past and things that feel familiar or new.
Used to
Used to is a way to talk about things that used to be true or habits that aren’t true anymore.
Structure
used to + base verb
Example:
I used to live in a small town.
She used to play the piano when she was a child.
This structure is only for the past and can’t be used for the present.
Be Used to
To be used to something means to be familiar with it or at ease with it.
Structure
be used to + noun / -ing form
Example:
I am used to waking up early.
He is used to the noise in the city.
You can use this structure in different tenses.
Get Used to
To get used to something means to learn about it or become comfortable with it over time.
Structure
get used to + noun / -ing form
Example:
She is getting used to working from home.
You will get used to the weather soon.
It focuses on how things change.
Used to, be used to, and get used to
- Used to: things or habits that used to be true but have changed
- Be used to: something is now familiar
- Get used to: the act of getting used to something
Example:
I used to hate early mornings.
Now I am used to waking up early.
It took time, but I got used to it.
Things You Shouldn’t Do
- After “be used to” or “get used to,” don’t use “to + verb.”
Incorrect: I am used to wake up early.
Correct: I am used to waking up early. - Don’t use “used to” for things you do now.
Used to, be used to, and get used to all mean different things about the past and present. If you learn how to use them correctly, you’ll be able to talk about habits, routines, and changes in English more naturally and accurately.
