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Adverbs of frequency: How to use them and where they go in a sentence

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Listen, type the full sentence, then see exactly where you went wrong.

Intermediate and above, or any learner training full listening without hints.

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About this exercise

Adverbs of frequency like 'always', 'sometimes', and 'never' are essential for describing how often something happens. This exercise focuses on their correct placement in sentences. You will hear examples demonstrating the rules for positioning adverbs of frequency before and after verbs. Understanding these structures is crucial for improving your English fluency and making your statements clearer. You will learn through specific examples involving the subject Helen and her routines. This short audio guide will enhance your understanding of sentence structure and adverb usage.

Questions about this exercise

Adverbs of frequency are words that describe how often an action occurs, such as 'always', 'sometimes', and 'never'.

They usually come before the main verb or after the verb 'to be'.

Sure! In the sentence 'Helen always starts work at 7', 'always' comes before the verb 'starts'.