“I’m not used to + verb-ing” is used when something feels new, difficult, or unfamiliar to you. It shows that you do not have experience doing something regularly.
For example, if you start a new job and work at night, you may say, “I’m not used to working at night.” It means this situation is new for you.
We often use this expression in daily conversations—at home, at work, while traveling, or when trying new food. It helps you explain your feelings naturally and clearly in spoken English.
◎ Important Points
- Always use verb + ing after “used to” in this structure.
- “Used to” here is followed by a noun or verb-ing form.
- Do not use the base verb after “to” in this expression.
- It talks about present situations, not past habits.
- You can also say “I’m getting used to…” for gradual adjustment.
- It is very common in everyday spoken English.
➤Key Concept
✅Sentence Structure: Subject + am/is/are + not used to + verb-ing
Example: I am not used to waking up early.
Main Concept:
We use “not used to” to talk about something that feels new or uncomfortable now.
Speaking Tip:
Stress the words “not used” slightly when speaking to sound natural.
➤ Common Mistakes To Avoid
| Common Mistake | Wrong Example | Correct Example |
|---|---|---|
| Using base verb | I’m not used to wake up early. | I’m not used to waking up early. |
| Confusing with past habit | I’m not used to wake up at 6 before. | I didn’t use to wake up at 6 before. |
| Missing “to” | I’m not used working here. | I’m not used to working here. |
| Wrong verb form after “to” | She’s not used to cook every day. | She’s not used to cooking every day. |
| Using double “to” | I’m not used to to working late. | I’m not used to working late. |
➤ Examples
- I’m not used to driving in heavy traffic.
- She’s not used to speaking in front of many people.
- We’re not used to eating spicy food.
- He’s not used to working from home.
- I’m not used to wearing formal clothes every day.
- They’re not used to waking up so early.
- I’m not used to living alone.
- She’s not used to using public transport.
- I’m not used to talking in English all the time.
- He’s not used to handling so much responsibility.
➤ Practice Examples
Fill in the blanks
- I’m not used to ______ (wake) up early.
- She’s not used to ______ (drive) long distances.
- We’re not used to ______ (eat) late at night.
- He’s not used to ______ (speak) English at work.
- They’re not used to ______ (live) in a big city.
Change the incorrect sentence to correct one
- I’m not used to work at night.
- She’s not used cooking Indian food.
- We are not used to wake up early.
- He’s not used to drive in snow.
- I’m not used to talk loudly.
Speak this sentence aloud
- I’m not used to working under pressure.
- I’m not used to traveling alone.
- I’m not used to speaking confidently in meetings.
- I’m not used to managing a big team.
- I’m not used to waking up before sunrise.
