No. 77 in Portuguese
sempre
Always.
In a sentence
Eu sempre bebo café pela manhã.
I always drink coffee in the morning.
Here, 'sempre' is used as an adverb indicating frequency, meaning 'always'.
Você pode contar comigo, estarei ao seu lado para sempre.
You can count on me, I will be by your side forever.
Here, 'sempre' is used to mean 'forever', indicating a continuous and indefinite duration in time.
Ela está sempre à procura de novas aventuras.
She is always looking for new adventures.
Here, 'sempre' is again used as an adverb of frequency, signifying a consistent and regular habit.
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