Adverbs of Frequency

always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never go before the main verb.

Examples

• I always drink tea.
• He never smokes.

Key rules

• always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never show how often
• They go before the main verb: I often walk
• They go after be: She is always late
• Never is already negative, so do not add not

Common mistakes

• I go always to school → I always go to school
• I don't never eat meat → I never eat meat