What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
occasionally
Example
I occasionally go to the movies with my friends. [occasionally: adverb]
Example
He only drinks occasionally, usually at social events. [occasionally: adverb]
intermittently
Example
The power went out intermittently during the storm. [intermittently: adverb]
Example
She checked her phone intermittently throughout the day. [intermittently: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Occasionally is more commonly used in everyday language, while intermittently is more technical and formal.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between occasionally and intermittently?
Intermittently is more formal and technical than occasionally, and is often used in scientific or academic contexts.
