How often do you …?

How often are you …?

Adverbs of
Frequency
 Adverbs of frequency
100 % -- Always

90 – 99 % -- Usually

75 – 90% -- Often

25 – 75 % -- Sometimes

10 – 25% -- Seldom
1 – 10% -- Rarely/ Hardly ever

0% -- Never
 Placement of frequency words
She comes to work on time. (usually)

He works ten hours a day. (often)

 Placement of frequency words
She is late (never).

He is punctual. (always)
 Placement of frequency words
They don’t work on Fridays. (usually)

She can work overtime. (always)

 Rules for placement
1. Adverb of frequency + action verb

She usually works on Saturdays.

He always comes late.
 Rules for placement
2. “to be” verb + adverb of frequency

Mike is always happy.

They are never quiet.
 Rules for placement
3. Verb 1 + adverb of frequency + verb 2

Pete is rarely working on Sundays.

He has always lived in London.
 Let’s Practice …

1. She gets up on time. (rarely)

2. She is tired in the morning. (usually)
3. Sara drives to school. (always)
4. She is late for school. (often)
5. Her friends are early for class. (usually)
6. They stop and get coffee. (sometimes)
7. They have arrived late. (never)
Interview a Partner
 Writing

1. How often do you work on the weekends?

2. How often do you drink coffee in the
morning?
3. How often are you late for work or school?
4. How often do you go to bed after midnight?
5. How often do you practice English on the
weekends?
Any Questions?