often

//ˈɔːfən//

Adverbs
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Translation

often

Definition

Frequently or many times; on many occasions. It indicates a high frequency of occurrence but is less specific than 'always'.

Example

  • I often go for a walk in the evening.

    I frequently go for a walk in the evening.

  • She is often late for meetings.

    She is frequently late for meetings.

  • It often rains in April.

    It frequently rains in April.

Synonyms

frequently
regularly
repeatedly
commonly

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