Adverbs of frequency
Adverbs of frequency are frequent themselves so it is good to know a thing or two about them. According to Thomson-Martinet grammar there are three main rules in terms of their distribution, then some exceptions to those rules - which is a must in English! :) - and a few additional rules concerning some of these adverbs. Three main rules 1) These adverbs are placed AFTER the simple tenses of the verb TO BE - There are always a lot of exceptions to grammar rules. - We are constantly on the lookout for new ideas. 2) They are placed BEFORE the simple tenses of ALL OTHER VERBS - The children always seem to be hungry. - We occasionally meet for a drink after work. 3) They are placed AFTER the first auxiliary in the compound tenses (or in the interrogative after the auxiliary and the subject) - This type of allergy can very occasionally be fatal. - Pat has always loved gardening. - Have you ever been to Rome? Exceptions to the third rule A. They ...