Old houses often have water pipes made of lead.
Old houses often have water pipes made of lead.
English
often
ˈɑːf.ən, ˈɔːf(t)ən, ˈɒf(t)ən, ˈɑf(t)ən, ˈɔf(t)ən
Meaning: frequently; many times
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Example sentences
I often see him at the park.
I often see him at the park.
I often dream about flying.
I often dream about flying.
The neighbor's tom often prowls through our garden at night.
The neighbor's tom often prowls through our garden at night.
Marriage is often called a social institution.
Marriage is often called a social institution.
Usage Notes
Used to describe things that happen repeatedly or on many occasions. The 't' in 'often' can be either silent or pronounced, depending on the speaker.
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