Cool MateMeaning of Sometimes
In simple words: at certain times, but not always
Sometimes in a sentence
- Sometimes I like to go for a walk in the park.
- She sometimes forgets to turn off the lights.
- He sometimes plays soccer with his friends on weekends.
- Sometimes, I enjoy reading a good book in the evening.
- Sometimes it rains unexpectedly during the summer.
How to use Sometimes
Used to indicate regularity in actions, but not consistency. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts; avoid in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'some-times' as having a 'few special moments' rather than all the time.
Related words
Collocations with Sometimes
- sometimes I feel
- sometimes it happens
- sometimes you need
- sometimes more is less
- sometimes in life
Synonyms for Sometimes
- occasionally
- periodically
- once in a while
- from time to time
- now and then
Common mistakes with Sometimes
- Confuse with 'sometimes' and 'sometime' - they have different meanings.
- Using 'sometimes' when 'always' is meant.
- Incorrect placement in a sentence, e.g., 'I eat sometimes apples.'
Compare Sometimes with Occasionally, From time to time, Now and then
Sometimes appears in
Sometimes in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أحيانًا
في أوقات معينة، ولكن ليس دائمًا
- Bengaliবাংলা
মাঝে মাঝে
কিছু সময়ে, কিন্তু সবসময় নয়
- GermanDeutsch
Manchmal
zu bestimmten Zeiten, aber nicht immer
- SpanishEspañol
A veces
en ciertos momentos, pero no siempre
- Persianفارسی
گاهی اوقات
در زمانهای خاص، اما نه همیشه
- FrenchFrançais
Parfois
à certains moments, mais pas toujours
- Hindiहिन्दी
कभी-कभी
कुछ समय पर, लेकिन हमेशा नहीं
- ItalianItaliano
A volte
in certi momenti, ma non sempre
- PortuguesePortuguês
Às vezes
em certos momentos, mas nem sempre
- RussianРусский
Иногда
в определенное время, но не всегда
- Urduاردو
کبھی کبھار
کچھ اوقات میں، لیکن ہمیشہ نہیں
- Chinese中文
有时候
在某些时候，但不是总是
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Frequently asked questions about Sometimes
What does Sometimes mean?
at certain times, but not always
What is the definition of Sometimes?
occasionally rather than all of the time
How do you use Sometimes in a sentence?
Sometimes I like to go for a walk in the park.
Can you give another example of Sometimes?
She sometimes forgets to turn off the lights.
What are synonyms for Sometimes?
Common alternatives include occasionally, periodically, once in a while, from time to time, now and then.
What is the opposite of Sometimes?
Opposite meanings include always, never.
What words go with Sometimes?
It commonly pairs with sometimes I feel, sometimes it happens, sometimes you need, sometimes more is less, sometimes in life.
What are common mistakes when using Sometimes?
Confuse with 'sometimes' and 'sometime' - they have different meanings. Using 'sometimes' when 'always' is meant. Incorrect placement in a sentence, e.g., 'I eat sometimes apples.'
How do you pronounce Sometimes?
US: /["/ˈsʌmtaɪmz/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsʌmtaɪmz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sometimes?
Used to indicate regularity in actions, but not consistency. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts; avoid in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Sometimes?
"Sometimes" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.