B2adjective 1K

Frequent

🇬🇧 UK //ˈfriːkwənt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈfrikwənt//

Meaning of Frequent

Happening often or repeatedly.

In simple words: Something that happens often.

Frequent in a sentence

• She is a frequent visitor to the museum.
• We noticed frequent changes in the weather.
• He has a frequent habit of arriving late.
• There are frequent updates on the project status.
• Patients need to report any frequent symptoms to their doctor.

How to use Frequent

Use 'frequent' to describe events or actions that occur regularly. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

frequent + object

Memory hint

Think of 'frequency' – often being there!

Related words

Collocations with Frequent

• frequent flyer
• frequent changes
• frequent meetings

Synonyms for Frequent

• common
• regular
• recurrent
• habitual
• occasional

Opposites of Frequent

• rare
• infrequent

Common mistakes with Frequent

• Confusing 'frequent' with 'frequently' (adverb form).
• Using 'frequent' with uncountable nouns incorrectly.
• Forgetting to use 'the' before 'frequent' when talking about specific instances.

Frequently asked questions about Frequent

What does Frequent mean?

Something that happens often.

What is the definition of Frequent?

Happening often or repeatedly.

How do you use Frequent in a sentence?

She is a frequent visitor to the museum.

Can you give another example of Frequent?

We noticed frequent changes in the weather.

What are synonyms for Frequent?

Common alternatives include common, regular, recurrent, habitual, occasional.

What is the opposite of Frequent?

Opposite meanings include rare, infrequent.

What words go with Frequent?

It commonly pairs with frequent flyer, frequent changes, frequent meetings.

What are common mistakes when using Frequent?

Confusing 'frequent' with 'frequently' (adverb form). Using 'frequent' with uncountable nouns incorrectly. Forgetting to use 'the' before 'frequent' when talking about specific instances.

How do you pronounce Frequent?

US: //ˈfrikwənt//, UK: //ˈfriːkwənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Frequent?

Use 'frequent' to describe events or actions that occur regularly. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts.

What CEFR level is Frequent?

"Frequent" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.