Parts of speech – Adverbs – Introduction to Adverbs

Let’s look at adverbs. Adverbs are one of the parts of speech. It is a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, and another adverb.What do they do? Let’s learn all about them today. 

What Is An Adverb?

An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, and another adverb. That means that they describe these other parts of speech and give us more information on them.

Types of Adverbs

There are seven types of adverbs. They are:

• • Adverb of time: this type of adverb tells us when an action has happened or taken place. It answered the question of when. Adverbs of time are early, yet, tonight, yesterday, next year, soon, and so on. For example, The event will be held tomorrow. Tomorrow is an adverb of time.
  • Adverb of place: this type of adverb tells us where an action or event took place. It answers the question where. Adverbs of place are in, outside, everywhere, there, and so on. For example, I am sure I left the pack of chips here. 

• Adverb of frequency: this type of adverb tells us how often an action or an event occurs. It answers the question of how often. Adverbs of frequency are every day, rarely, seldom, regularly, scarcely, never, and so on. For example, I go to the park often.

• Adverb of manner: this type of adverb tells us how something an action took place. They answer the question of how. Most adverbs fall all under this group and they mostly end with -ly. Adverbs of manner are sadly, happily, quickly, slowly, honestly, frequently. For example, he ate the meal greedily.

• Adverb of reason: this type of adverb tells us why something happened or occurred. It is also called the adverb of purpose. It answers the question of why. Adverbs of reason are so that, for, because, and so on. For example, I like him for his gentle manners
• Adverb of degree: this type of adverb tells us about the extent that something is done. It answers the question to what degree. Adverbs of degree are slightly, deeply, very, highly, totally, hardly, and so on. For example, I strongly disagree with the governor’s views. 
• Adverb of probability: this type of adverb tells us about the certainty of a situation or an event. Adverbs of probability are possibly, surely, probably, perhaps, and so on. For example, it is likely to rain this week. 

Examples of Adverbs Based On the Groups

• Adverbs of manner

I gladly left the hot room

She shared the flyers quickly

The books were poorly made

He received the check excitedly

• Adverbs of place

We came here together

I found it there

Air is everywhere

My mother loves to look outside her window

• Adverbs of time

I came late because the bus arrived late

Yesterday was my birthday

My graduation party holds today by 10 am

I have had this puppy since last week

• Adverbs of reason or purpose

She worked hard so that she could get the promotion

I know why you are here

He dislikes her for her dishonesty

I came early because I woke up early

She is here for her make-up test

• Adverbs of probability

I am sure he will show up

It is more likely to rain than to hail

If I finish on time I may possibly meet the party

It is probably a superstition

• Adverbs of degree

I find him a very likable person

I know him well enough

She seems quite eager

It is too cold to go outside without a coat and a scarf

• Adverbs of frequency

I read a chapter every day

I usually sleep in on Sundays

I hardly stay at home

My mother visits the east twice a year

Comparison of Adverbs

Just like adjectives, adverbs can also have degrees of adverbs. There are also three degrees of adverbs: adverb form, comparative form, and superlative form. They can also take the suffix -er and -est as well as more and most. Here is a table for example:

Conclusion

Adverbs are one of the parts of speech. It tells us more about a verb, an adjective, and another adverb. There are types of adverbs. They are adverbs of manner, adverbs of place, adverbs of time, adverbs of reason or purpose, adverbs of probability, adverbs of degree, and adverbs of frequency. Adverbs also have comparisons just like adjectives. There are three degrees of comparison: positive, comparative, and superlative. They are formed by adding the suffix -er or -est or adding more it most. One should remember the functions and types of adverbs so as not to make a mistake while speaking or writing in English.