frequent — happening or occurring at short intervals; often repeated or recurring
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: happening or occurring at short intervals; often repeated or recurring
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfriːkwənt/
Korean meaning: 자주 일어나는, 빈번한
Korean pronunciation: **프리**퀀트
Example Sentences
- My mom's frequent phone calls during my date made me look like a mama's boy.
- Due to frequent power outages, I've become an expert candle lighter.
- She makes frequent trips to the grocery store to avoid buying too much junk food.
frequent
ADJECTIVE//ˈfriːkwənt//
happening or occurring at short intervals; often repeated or recurring
happening or occurring at short intervals; often repeated or recurring
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'frequens' meaning 'crowded' or 'full', which may be related to 'firmus' (firm) or have Etruscan origins. The word entered English through Old French 'frequent'.
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📝Examples
“My mom's frequent phone calls during my date made me look like a mama's boy.”
“Due to frequent power outages, I've become an expert candle lighter.”
“She makes frequent trips to the grocery store to avoid buying too much junk food.”
“The frequent meetings at work are making me question if we actually get any work done.”
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