Words / A2

OFN/ˈɒfn/

Often means many times. I often walk. Frequency words: always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never. Often sits before the main verb, after be: she is often late. How often…? asks about frequency.

Meaning

Many times; frequently.

Examples

• “I often read before bed.”
• “We often eat rice.”
• “How often do you study English?”

Good to know

How often…? Position: before the main verb, after be.

Near in meaning

frequently

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