Understanding "Toujours," "Souvent," and "Jamais"
In French, the words "toujours," "souvent," and "jamais" help us talk about how often things happen.
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Toujours (Always)
- What it means: This word is used when something happens all the time.
- Example: Je fais du sport toujours. (I always play sports.)
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Souvent (Often)
- What it means: This word is for things that happen a lot, but not every time.
- Example: Je vais au cinéma souvent. (I often go to the cinema.)
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Jamais (Never)
- What it means: This word means that something does not happen at all.
- Example: Je ne mange jamais de chocolat. (I never eat chocolate.)
Tips for Vocabulary and Grammar
- Sentence Structure: When you make a negative sentence, use "ne... jamais."
- Examples:
- Je ne vais jamais à la piscine. (I never go to the pool.)
- Elle lit toujours des livres. (She always reads books.)
Try using these words when you talk about your daily activities!