often
Translation
often, frequently
Examples
I often go for a walk in the park.
I often go for a walk in the park.
How often do you travel?
How often do you travel?
Grammar Patterns
often + ((verb)) to do something frequently I often go for a walk in the park.
How often ...? asking about frequency How often do you travel?
Similar Words
Synonyms: frequently, regularly; Antonyms: rarely, seldom, never
Etymology
From Old English 'oft', meaning 'frequently'.
Memory Tips
Often is an adverb of frequency. It usually goes before the main verb but after an auxiliary verb (like 'be' or 'can').