If you want to say how often something occurs, you had best use an adverb of frequency. Here is a chart to help you know when to choose the best adverb for what you mean to say:
| How Often? | Adverb of Frequency |
| 100% of the time | Always |
| 85% of the time | Usually |
| 75% of the time | Frequently |
| 60% of the time | Often |
| 50% of the time | Sometimes |
| 40% of the time | Occasionally |
| 10% – 30% of the time | Rarely, Seldom, Hardly ever |
| 0% of the time | Never |
Where does the adverb go? The adverb goes before the verb it modifies.
Examples:
I often think about pizza.
She rarely wants to eat sardines.
If you are modifying the verb to be, the adverb goes after the verb.
Examples:
I am never late.
They are always on time.
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