Meaning & Definition
adverb
Frequently; many times.
I often go for a walk in the evening.
On many occasions; repeatedly.
She often finds herself daydreaming in class.
Commonly; as a general rule.
He often advises people to save for retirement.
At regular intervals.
They often meet for coffee on weekends.
More than once; not infrequently.
The train often arrives late during rush hour.
Etymology
Middle English, from the Old English 'oft', meaning frequently.
Common Phrases and Expressions
often overlooked:
something commonly ignored or not noticed.
often seen:
something that is frequently observed.
more often than not:
usually; most of the time.
Slang Meanings
a lot
I eat pizza often, like, a lot!
all the time
I’m on my phone often—like, all the time.