# X times a

idiom · CEFR A1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/x-times-a
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

You use this pattern to say how often something happens within a period of time, like a day, week, or month.

## Examples

- I go to the gym three times a week.
- You should brush your teeth at least two times a day to keep them healthy.
- The committee meets four times a year to review the budget and plan the company's long-term strategy.

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