经常 jīngcháng often
often; frequently; daily
How to remember 经常: 经 go through + 常 often = often.
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How it is used
- 'Often, regularly' as a frequency adverb - 我经常跑步 (wǒ jīngcháng pǎobù) I run often.
- Stronger and more habitual than 有时候 (yǒushíhou, sometimes); implies a settled routine.
- Sits before the verb; negate as 不经常 (bù jīngcháng) not often.
Example sentences
- 您经常去吗？ Nín jīngcháng qù ma?Do you go often?
- 我经常去外地出差。 Wǒ jīngcháng qù wàidì chūchāi.I frequently go on business trips to other places.
- 我们经常联系。 Wǒmen jīngcháng liánxì.We keep in touch regularly.