17. Adverbs of Frequency

In this lesson, we will talk about the ‘Adverbs of Frequency’.

Adverbs of frequency are words that tell us how often something happens. They help us understand if an action happens every day, sometimes, or rarely. These words are like time markers in a sentence.

For Example

  • I always brush my teeth
  • I often go for a walk
Adverbs of Frequency
Adverbs of Frequency

Common Adverbs of Frequency

Here are some of the most common adverbs of frequency, from most often to least often:

  1. Always – 100% of the time
    • Example: “I always brush my teeth in the morning.”
    • Meaning: You do this every single time, without missing.
  2. Usually – 80% of the time
    • Example: “She usually walks to school.”
    • Meaning: She walks to school most of the time, but not always.
  3. Often – 60% of the time
    • Example: “We often eat dinner together.”
    • Meaning: We do this many times, but not every time.
  4. Sometimes – 40% of the time
    • Example: “He sometimes plays soccer on weekends.”
    • Meaning: He plays soccer, but not every weekend.
  5. Rarely – 20% of the time
    • Example: “They rarely go to the movies.”
    • Meaning: They do this very few times.
  6. Never – 0% of the time
    • Example: “I never eat broccoli.”
    • Meaning: You don’t eat broccoli at all.
Adverb of FrequencyExample SentenceFrequency (How Often)
AlwaysI always wake up early.100% (all the time)
UsuallyShe usually walks to work.80% (most of the time)
OftenWe often go to the park.60% (many times)
SometimesHe sometimes eats out.40% (some of the time)
RarelyThey rarely watch TV.20% (not often)
NeverI never smoke.0% (no time)
Adverb of Frequency

Where Do Adverbs of Frequency Go in a Sentence?

  • Before the main verb:
    • Example: “She usually drinks coffee.”
  • After the verb ‘to be’ (am, is, are, etc.):
    • Example: “He is always on time.”

“‘Adverbs of frequency are important because they help give more detail about actions.”

They tell us how often something happens, making your sentences clearer and more interesting.

By using adverbs of frequency, you can explain your habits, routines, and how often things happen in a simple and clear way.

Summary

Adverbs of frequency are words that tell us how often an action happens. Common examples include always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, and never. These adverbs are typically placed before the main verb (e.g., “She often reads”) or after the verb “to be” (e.g., “He is always happy”).

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