Definitions
- Used to describe something that happens frequently or repeatedly. - Often used in spoken language to emphasize the frequency of an action or event. - Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- Used to describe something that happens frequently or repeatedly. - Often used in both spoken and written language to indicate a high frequency of an action or event. - Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adverbs that describe the frequency of an action or event.
- 2Both words can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 3Both words have similar meanings and can be used interchangeably in most cases.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: oftentimes is less common than often and is more commonly used in spoken language.
- 2Formality: oftentimes may be considered slightly less formal than often.
- 3Emphasis: oftentimes may be used to add emphasis to the frequency of an action or event, while often is more neutral in tone.
- 4Position: oftentimes is typically used at the beginning or end of a sentence, while often can be used in various positions within a sentence.
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Remember this!
Both oftentimes and often are adverbs that describe the frequency of an action or event. However, oftentimes is less common and slightly less formal than often. oftentimes may be used to add emphasis to the frequency of an action or event, while often is more neutral in tone and has more variations in usage.
