Lesson 6 – Adverbs of Frequency

a2-2 english grammar lesson cover frequency adverbs

Learn how to use Adverbs of Frequency in English

An adverb is a type of word that describes a verb, in relation to time, place, or manner. These words usually help us answer “how” questions.

Adverbs of frequency describe the number of times that something happens in a general way. Sometimes these words are definite, like daily, monthly, or weekly. More often, these words are indefinite and people have to assume an estimate of the frequency.

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Frequency
(approximately)
Adverb of Frequency
100%always
90%usually
80%normally
generally
70%often
frequently
50%sometimes
30%occasionally
10%seldom
5%rarely
hardly ever
0%never

Grammar Exercises for Adverbs of Frequency

Exercise 1 – Write sentences using adverbs of frequency

Exercise 2 – Identify the correct use of frequency adverbs

Exercise 3 – Listening practice

Exercise 1

Exercise 2

Exercise 3

Lesson Quiz for Adverbs of Frequency

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