When to use Adverbs of Frequency: a. Always use adverbs of fr | English4all

When to use Adverbs of Frequency:

a. Always use adverbs of frequency to discuss how often something happens.

b. Adverbs of frequency are often used to indicate routine or repeated activities, so they are often used with the present simple tense.

c. If a sentence has only one verb, place the adverb of frequency in the middle of the sentence so that it is positioned after the subject but before the verb.
For example: Tom never flies. He always takes the bus.

d. When a sentence contains more than one verb, place the adverb of frequency before the main verb.
For example: They have often visited Europe.

e. When using an adverb of frequency in the negative or in forming a question, place it before the main verb.
For example: Do you usually get up so late?

Adverbs of Frequency:

1. Always

2. Usually

3. Normally

4. Frequently

5. Often

6. Sometimes

7. Occasionally

8. Seldom

9. Rarely

10. Hardly ever

11. Never