What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unfrequent
Example
The town's unfrequent bus service made it difficult for residents to commute. [unfrequent: adjective]
Example
I unfrequently see my old high school friends since we all live in different cities now. [unfrequently: adverb]
infrequent
Example
The company's infrequent meetings made it difficult to stay updated on the project's progress. [infrequent: adjective]
Example
I infrequently eat fast food because I prefer home-cooked meals. [infrequently: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Infrequent is more commonly used than unfrequent in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unfrequent and infrequent?
Infrequent is more formal than unfrequent and is more appropriate for use in academic or professional settings.
