happens
Translation
happens, occurs
Examples
It happens all the time.
It happens all the time.
Whatever happens, stay calm.
Whatever happens, stay calm.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) happen An accident happened.
((sth.)) happen ((to sb./sth.)) What happened to you?
Similar Words
Synonyms: occur, take place, transpire
Etymology
From Middle English *hapnen*, from *hap* meaning 'chance' or 'fortune'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'happy' things that can 'happen' by 'hap' (chance).