Adverbs of Frequency for beginners
Adverbs of frequency show us how often an action takes place. We use them commonly in daily English so, it is essential to learn them. Read here.
What Are Adverbs of Frequency?
Adverbs of frequency are special adverbs that tell us how often something happens. They are as follows:
| Always | 100% | all the time |
|---|---|---|
| Usually | 90% | most of the time |
| Often | 70% | many times |
| Sometimes | 50% | some of the time |
| Never | 0% | no time |
Why Do We Use Adverbs of Frequency?
Adverbs of frequency are used to show how often we do something. They tell us about the routine or number of occurrences. Check out the examples:
You are
I
He is
They
You can
They
How to Use Adverbs of Frequency
Adverbs of frequency are usually used before main verbs or between the auxiliary and the main verb. But they come after the verb to be.
They
(before the main verb)
He is
(between the main verb and the auxiliary)
You are
(before the verb be)
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