What do they mean?
Adverbs of frequency tell us how often we do something.
| Adverb | Frequency | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Always | 100% | I always brush my teeth. |
| Usually | ~90% | She usually wakes up early. |
| Often | ~70% | We often go to the park. |
| Sometimes | ~50% | He sometimes watches TV. |
| Rarely / Seldom | ~20% | They rarely eat fast food. |
| Never | 0% | I never drink coffee. |
Grammar Rules
Where do we put the adverb in a sentence? Follow these rules:
1. Before the Main Verb
Subject + Adverb + Main Verb
- I often play football.
- She usually goes to the gym.
2. After the Verb "To Be"
Subject + Am/Is/Are + Adverb
- She is always late.
- They are never happy.
3. Asking Questions
How often do/does + Subject + Verb?
- How often do you go to school?
Speaking Activity
Work with a partner. Ask and answer: "How often do you…?"
- ...watch TV?
- ...do your homework?
- ...play sports?
- ...eat out at restaurants?
- ...use your phone in class?
"I usually watch TV in the evening, but I never use my phone in class."
Writing Task
Write 5 sentences about your weekly habits using different adverbs of frequency.
A. Fill in the blanks
Use the following adverbs to complete the sentences based on the context: always, usually, sometimes, rarely, never.
1. I brush my teeth before school. (100%)
2. She goes shopping on weekends, but not every weekend. (~90%)
3. He eats vegetables — he hates them! (0%)
4. My dad cooks dinner, maybe once a week. (~20%)
B. Choose the correct word order
1. I
coffee in the morning.
2. She
late to school.
3. They
out on Sundays.
4. My brother
tired.