Sometimes

/ˈsʌmˌtaɪmz/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Occasionally; at times but not always.

Sometimes I like to go for a walk in the evening.

At certain moments but not consistently.

She sometimes forgets to bring her lunch.

Intermittently; now and then.

We sometimes see each other on weekends.

Not always, but on occasion.

Sometimes it rains unexpectedly in spring.

Used to indicate that something happens from time to time.

He sometimes plays the guitar during the night.

From Middle English somtymes, from som(e) + times.

sometimes red

Informally refers to something that may happen, akin to a warning.

sometimes you win, sometimes you lose

Life can be unpredictable and outcomes vary.

occasionally

Happening now and then.

frequently

Happening often or many times.

regularly

Happening at fixed intervals.

Sometimes used in casual speech as an indication of uncertainty.

I sometimes think we should try a different approach.

Sometimes can imply a non-committal attitude.

I'll sometimes show up, but don't count on it.