How to use the adverb RARELY?



How to use the adverb RARELY? :



RARELY : (adverb)

Meanings :

1. not at all often
2. only on very very few occasions
3. nearly nil

Example Sentences :

1. Rarely have I seen such a beautiful sunset.
2. He rarely, if ever, goes out.

Note :

The word of a sentence beginning with rarely or seldom is like that of a question.

1. Rarely have I heard such a strange story.
2. Seldom have I heard such a strange story.

SELDOM : (adverb)

Meanings :

1. not often
2. rarely
3. hardly ever

Example Sentences :

1. He very seldom eats breakfast.
2. She seldom if ever reads a book.
3. she reads rarely or perhaps not at all.

How to use the adverb RARELY?



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