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sometimes in French

sometimes in French is parfois, quelquefois, tantôt — sometimes means on certain occasions but not always.

sometimes in French

parfois
adv
On some occasions, over some periods, or in certain circumstances, but not always. [from 16th c.]
quelquefois
adv
On some occasions, over some periods, or in certain circumstances, but not always. [from 16th c.]
tantôt
adv
On some occasions, over some periods, or in certain circumstances, but not always. [from 16th c.]
des fois
adv
On some occasions, over some periods, or in certain circumstances, but not always. [from 16th c.]

What does "sometimes" mean?

  1. adverb On certain occasions but not always.
    "Sometimes I walk to work instead of driving."
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sometimes in a sentence

  • Sometimes I walk to work instead of driving.
  • The bus is sometimes late during rush hour.

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What is "sometimes" in French?

"sometimes" in French is parfois, quelquefois, tantôt. sometimes means: On certain occasions but not always.

How do you use "sometimes" in a sentence?

Example: "Sometimes I walk to work instead of driving." In French, "sometimes" is parfois, quelquefois, tantôt.

Are there other ways to say "sometimes" in French?

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "sometimes": parfois, quelquefois, tantôt, des fois.

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