Learning objectives
- Recognise the form and meaning of adverbs of frequency.
- Use adverbs of frequency in controlled A1 sentences.
- Identify and correct common beginner errors.
- Apply the concept in a short personal or everyday context.
Adverbs of frequency
Describe how often an action happens.
Grammar rules
- Place frequency adverbs before most main verbs.
- Place frequency adverbs after the verb be.
Examples
- I usually drink coffee at breakfast.
- She often walks to work.
- He is never late.
- We sometimes watch films.
Common mistakes
- Using a form that does not agree with the subject or noun.
- Using the correct words in the wrong order.
- Adding or omitting a required auxiliary, article or preposition.
- Choosing a form that changes the intended meaning.
Revision notes
Review the rule, say the examples aloud, write two new examples and retake the concept test until you achieve at least 80%.
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