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"Frequently" vs. "regularly": unraveling frequency in words

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 29/09/2024, 19:47
English.me team member
Frequently and regularly. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both words describe something that happens often or at repeated intervals.

What is different?

Frequently implies high occurrence but not necessarily at consistent, patterned intervals, while regularly suggests a consistent, predictable schedule.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for frequently) and regularly

Examples of usage

Frequently
  • She frequently visits her grandparents.
  • The trains are frequently delayed.
Regularly
  • He regularly goes to the gym on Mondays.
  • The newsletter is sent out regularly every month.

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