Adverbs of Frequency in English
Adverbs of frequency tell us how often something happens. They are placed before the main verb but after the verb “to be”.
List of Adverbs of Frequency
| Adverb | Frequency | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Always | 100% | I always brush my teeth. |
| Usually | 90% | She usually wakes up early. |
| Often | 70% | We often visit our grandparents. |
| Sometimes | 50% | He sometimes plays tennis. |
| Occasionally | 30% | I occasionally eat fast food. |
| Seldom | 10% | They seldom go to the cinema. |
| Rarely | 5% | She rarely complains. |
| Never | 0% | I never smoke. |
Position in the Sentence
Before the main verb: “I always eat breakfast.” / “She never tells lies.”
After the verb “to be”: “He is always late.” / “They are often happy.”
With auxiliaries: “I have always loved reading.” / “You should never give up.”
Practice Questions
- Where do you usually study?
- How often do you visit your family?
- What do you never forget to do?
- Is your teacher always on time?
Exercise
Put the adverb in the correct position: 1. She (always) arrives on time. 2. They (never) eat meat. 3. He (often) is tired after work. 4. We (sometimes) go camping.
For more: Present Simple | Present Continuous
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