Cool MateMeaning of Always
In simple words: At all times; every time.
Always in a sentence
- I always wake up early in the morning.
- She always helps her friends when they need it.
- They always go to the beach during summer.
- He said he would always remember my birthday.
- The train is always on time in the morning.
How to use Always
Used to indicate that something happens without exception. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid in contexts that are uncertain or hypothetical.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'always' as 'all ways' – imagine every path leading you somewhere!
Related words
Collocations with Always
- always on time
- always remember
- always ready
- always important
- always available
Synonyms for Always
- as usual
Opposites of Always
Common mistakes with Always
- Using with negative constructions, e.g., 'always not'.
- Confusing with 'forever' which implies a much longer time.
- Using with specific time periods where 'often' or 'sometimes' is more appropriate.
Always appears in
Always in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
دائمًا
في جميع الأوقات؛ في كل مرة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সর্বদা
সবসময়; প্রত্যেকবার।
- GermanDeutsch
Immer
Immer; jedes Mal.
- SpanishEspañol
Siempre
En todo momento; cada vez.
- Persianفارسی
همیشه
همیشه؛ هر بار.
- FrenchFrançais
Toujours
À tout moment ; chaque fois.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हमेशा
हमेशा; हर बार।
- ItalianItaliano
Sempre
Sempre; ogni volta.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sempre
Em todos os momentos; todas as vezes.
- RussianРусский
Всегда
Всегда; каждый раз.
- TRTR
Her zaman
Her zaman; her seferinde.
- Urduاردو
Always
ہر وقت؛ ہر بار۔
- Chinese中文
总是
始终；每次都。
More words like Always
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Always
What does Always mean?
At all times; every time.
What is the definition of Always?
at all times; on every occasion
How do you use Always in a sentence?
I always wake up early in the morning.
Can you give another example of Always?
She always helps her friends when they need it.
What are synonyms for Always?
Common alternatives include as usual.
What is the opposite of Always?
Opposite meanings include never.
What words go with Always?
It commonly pairs with always on time, always remember, always ready, always important, always available.
What are common mistakes when using Always?
Using with negative constructions, e.g., 'always not'. Confusing with 'forever' which implies a much longer time. Using with specific time periods where 'often' or 'sometimes' is more appropriate.
How do you pronounce Always?
US: /["/ˈɔːlweɪz/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɔːlweɪz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Always?
Used to indicate that something happens without exception. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid in contexts that are uncertain or hypothetical.
What CEFR level is Always?
"Always" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.