Interactive Grammar
Frequency Adverbs & Preference Verbs (Like / Love / Hate + -ing)
Key Grammar Rules
Clear • Structured • Easy
1
Position of Frequency Adverbs
Place adverbs (always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never) BEFORE the main verb, but AFTER the verb 'To Be'.
I always drink tea. / She is always happy.
2
Expressing Likes & Dislikes
Use love, like, enjoy, dislike, hate + verb-ing or noun.
I love reading books. / He enjoys playing guitar.
3
3rd Person -s in Routines
Remember to add -s / -es in daily habits for he, she, it.
He wakes up at 6:00 AM and has coffee.
Structure & Conjugation Table
Reference Model: frequency scale & preference structures
| Subject | Affirmative | Negative | Question | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Always (100%) | I always wake up early | He is always punctual | Do you always study? | |
| Usually (80%) | She usually walks to work | They are usually on time | Does he usually cook? | |
| Sometimes (50%) | We sometimes eat pizza | I am sometimes tired | Do you sometimes swim? | |
| Rarely (10%) | He rarely watches TV | She is rarely late | Does she rarely drive? | |
| Never (0%) | They never eat fast food | I am never angry | Do you never drink coffee? |
Quick Check: Fill in the Blank
Where does the frequency adverb go: 'She ___ (always / is) cheerful.'?