What is an Adverb of Time?

Adverbs of time, tell us when a verb takes place. We usually place adverbs of time at the end of a sentence. For example, I first met Paul last year. If you want to place more emphasis on the time then it can place at the start of the sentence – Last year was the best year of my life.

List of common adverbs of time

Already

Ago

Before

Yet

Never

Soon

Yesterday

Lately

Just

Always,

Recently

During

Sometimes

Usually

So far

Annually

Daily

Monthly

Tomorrow

Weekly

Yearly

Examples of Adverbs of Time

I haven’t been going to play tennis lately.

We recently bought a new bike.

Lately, you’ve been very unpleasant to everyone at work.

They recently relocated to London.

The morning newspaper arrives daily.

Steven forgot his keys yesterday and again today.

I have to go now.

I first met Paul last year.

Last year was the best year of my life.

Tomorrow I will take my English exam

Yesterday my troubles seemed so far away

I have never heard this before.

I have not seen him since he left school..

I haven’t spoken to her yet.

She’ll be here soon.

I haven’t been feeling so well lately.

I’ve never been to Spain.

He left the office over an hour ago.

What is an Adverb of Manner?

Adverbs of manner gives us more information about how a verb is done. Adverbs of manner are probably the most common types of adverbs that are used in English. For example – Kate sings beautifully.

Very often, adverbs of manner are adjectives with -ly added to the end, but this is not always the case. Some adverbs of manner will have the same spelling as the adjective form.

List of common adverbs of manner

Slowly
Rapidly
Clumsily
Diligently
Sweetly
Warmly
Sadly
Calmly
Politely
Kindly
Lazily
Generously
Happily
Neatly
Patiently
Softly
Quickly
Beautifully
Badly
Anxiously

Notice how the adverbs are formed by adding -ly to the adjectives bad, correct and quick, although there is a slight spelling change when forming an adverb with the adjective easy – easily.

As mentioned, some adverbs of manner take the same spelling as the adjective and never add an -ly to the end:
My dad works hard. (not hardly)
Kate dances well. (not welly)

Examples of Adverb of Manner

Kate passed the exam easily.
They walked quickly to catch the bus.
The birthday party went badly.
Simon answered all the questions correctly.
My mother trimmed the red roses neatly.
I combed my daughters hair carefully because it had lots of tangles.
Please don’t shout at me. Why can’t you talk to me calmly?
Could you please speak more slowly please.
She sings beautifully.
We waited anxiously at the hospital

Adverbs of Place – explanations and examples

What is an Adverb of Place?

.Adverbs of Place help a speaker express where the verb is happening. They don’t usually end in -ly and are usually placed after the main verb or object or at the end of the sentence. 

For example – I’ve lived here for 3 months.

List of common Adverbs of Place

Above

Below

Everywhere

Here

In

Inside

Into

Nowhere

Out

Outside

There

Down

Near

Nearby

Away

.

Examples of Adverb of Place

Is that your hat there?

I’ve lived here for about two months.

The sun’s going down and it’ll be dark soon.

Paul is away on holiday until the end of the month.

I fell asleep while driving and drove into a ditch.

We went into the cave, and there were bats everywhere!

Scotland is located north of London.

They travelled down the mountain.

Sally is sitting close to me.

The treasure is in the box.

The dog is sleeping on the bed.

Why are you standing in the middle of the road?

Adverbs of Frequency. Explanations and Examples

What is an Adverbs of Frequency?

Adverbs of Frequency help a speaker let us know how often something happens. They can be divided into two groups. Indefinite and definite,

Indefinite adverbs of frequency are placed before the main verb of the sentence while definite adverbs of frequency are placed at the end of the sentence. 

For example, I hardly ever drink alcohol. (indefinite) and We get paid hourly (definite)

Indefinite adverbs of frequency give us an idea of how often something happens (not exactly how often something happens) – usually, often etc

Definite adverbs of frequency tell us exactly how often something happens – monthly, daily etc

We separate them into two groups because they normally go in different positions in the sentence.

List of Common Adverbs of Frequency

Always
Never
Normally
Rarely
Seldom
Sometimes
Usually
Often
Again
Once
Occasionally

Examples of Adverbs of Frequency

Examples of adverbs of frequency in sentences (indefinite)
I always read a book before bed.
Does he normally walk his dog at this time?
It’s always hot in this room.
I usually just have toast for breakfast.
I normally go for a run.
I often go out for dinner.
Sometimes it’s best to keep your shut.
I occasionally eat healthy food.
I seldom read magazines.
I hardly ever drink wine.

Adverbs of definite frequency will usually be placed at the end of the sentence.
We get paid hourly.
The situation changes monthly.
The newspaper is printed daily

Adverbs of Degree

What is an Adverbs of Degree?

Adverbs of degree allow a speaker to express the intensity of a verb or the extent to which something occurs. 

These adverbs can modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs, and they are typically placed before the word they modify. For instance, in the sentence “I am almost 40,” the adverb “almost” modifies the adjective “50.”

Common Adverbs of Degree

Below is a list of common adverbs of degree that a learner should know

Almost

Enough

Hardly

Just

Nearly

Quite

Simply

So

Too

Fully

Perfectly

Examples of Adverbs of Degree

• Can I come with you to the cinema too?
• Aren’t you thirsty? You’ve hardly drunk anything since we started hiking this morning.
• I entirely agree with Jasmine.
• Kate is very hard-working.
• I am fully prepared for my maths exam.
• I will be extremely busy next week.
• I am almost 45

In Summary

Adverbs of degree, like “almost”, show how much or to what extent something happens. They can modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs, usually coming before the word they describe. For example, in “I am almost 50,” “almost” tells us how close to 50 the speaker is.