Beginner ๐Ÿ“ Grammar ยท #21 of 305

Adverbs of Frequency

always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never go before the main verb.

Examples

  • I always drink tea.
  • He never smokes.

Key rules

  • always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never show how often
  • They go before the main verb: I often walk
  • They go after be: She is always late
  • Never is already negative, so do not add not

Common mistakes

  • I go always to school โ†’ I always go to school
  • I don't never eat meat โ†’ I never eat meat
๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Place the adverb before the verb but after be.

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