English · Adjectives

sometimes

/ˈsʌmtaɪmz/

[/ˈsʌmtaɪmz/]

now and then; occasionally

Beginneradverb

Definition

Sometimes means on some occasions but not always.

Example

Sometimes I walk to work instead of driving.

Sometimes I walk to work instead of driving.

Etymology

From 'some' plus 'times', meaning 'at some times'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for things that happen occasionally.

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