Word
frequently
Phoneticsfre·quent·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɹikwəntɫi/
UK/fɹˈiːkwəntli/
Adverb of frequency
Definitions
01often
B1 · Intermediate
adv. happening many times or at short intervals.
adv. occurring at frequent intervals; often. An adverb of frequency typically positioned before the main verb or after the auxiliary.
日本語:しばしば※
“The buses run frequently during the day, so you won't wait long.”
“The software is updated frequently to ensure that security vulnerabilities are addressed before they can be exploited by malicious actors.”
Pitfall
I frequently am going to the gym.
I frequently go to the gym.
Adverbs of frequency like 'frequently' are usually used with the present simple to describe habits, not the present continuous.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02infinitely many terms
C2 · Proficiency Mathematics Technical
adv. in math, describing something that happens forever in a list of numbers.
adv. pertaining to a property that holds for infinitely many terms of a sequence. Used to distinguish from properties that hold for 'almost all' terms.
“In this sequence, the value is frequently greater than zero.”
“A sequence is said to satisfy a property frequently if the set of indices for which the property holds is infinite.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “frequently” in context.
Verb
01. frequently appear
“Rainbows frequently appear after a heavy rain shower in the mountains.”
adv + verb
02. frequently apply
“Students should frequently apply the rules they learn in class to their writing.”
adv + verb
03. frequently associate
“People frequently associate the color green with nature and health.”
adv + verb
04. frequently cause
“Heavy traffic can frequently cause delays for commuters in the morning.”
adv + verb
05. frequently cite
“Researchers frequently cite this study when discussing climate change.”
adv + verb
06. frequently employ
“Modern companies frequently employ new technology to improve efficiency.”
adv + verb
07. frequently encounter
“Travelers frequently encounter language barriers when visiting new countries.”
adv + verb
08. frequently express
“Customers frequently express their satisfaction with our quick service.”
adv + verb
09. frequently happen
“Accidents frequently happen when people are not paying attention.”
adv + verb
10. frequently identify
“Doctors frequently identify stress as a major cause of sleep problems.”
adv + verb
11. frequently involve
“Outdoor activities frequently involve some level of physical risk.”
adv + verb
12. frequently mention
“My friends frequently mention how much they enjoy the local park.”
adv + verb
Etymology
From frequent + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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