Adverb word order
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Adverb word order
Adverb Word Order
1. Word Order Rules
When a sentence contains more than one adverb or adverbial phrase, you must follow a specific order to be clear:
Order:
Subject → Frequency → Main Verb → Object → Time → Place
Examples:
- “I usually eat breakfast at 7 a.m. at home.”
- “She often studies English in the evening at the library.”
2. Combining Multiple Adverbs
You can combine frequency adverbs with time and place phrases to make full sentences:
Examples:
- “I always drink coffee in the morning at the kitchen table.”
- “They sometimes play football on Saturday at the park.”
Tip: Keep the usual order: frequency → verb → object → time → place.
3. Negative Sentences with Multiple Adverbs
When using negative sentences, pay attention to adverb order:
Correct:
- “I hardly ever watch TV in the evening at home.”
- “She does not usually eat chocolate at school.”
Rule: Do not use not with already negative adverbs (hardly ever, rarely, never).
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