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①Do you play sports?
②Do you often play sports?
③Do you usually play sports?
What are the differences between them? Are there differences in answering the three questions?
Mar 12, 2025 10:57 AM
Answers · 3
All three questions are correct but differ slightly in meaning:
1. “Do you play sports?” – General question about participation.
2. “Do you often play sports?” – Focuses on frequency.
3. “Do you usually play sports?” – Focuses on habit or routine.
Answering differences:
• “No, I don’t.” (if they never play)
• “Not often, maybe once a month.” (for ②)
• “Not usually, only in summer.” (for ③)
Tip: In British English, “Do you play any sports?” sounds more natural.
Mar 13, 2025 7:34 AM
1. Do you play sports? – Asks if you play sports at all (general habit or ability).
* Answer: Yes, I play basketball. / No, I don’t.
2. Do you often play sports? – Asks about frequency (how regularly you play).
* Answer: Yes, I play basketball twice a week. / No, not really.
3. Do you usually play sports? – Asks about typical behavior or routine.
* Answer: Yes, I usually play basketball on weekends. / No, not usually.
Mar 12, 2025 11:56 AM
Do you play sports = General question. In your free time, do you ever play sports. Or do you go to the cinema or read a book instead?
Do you often = asks about frequency. Do you often play sports or maybe just once or twice a year?
Do you usually = asks if it’s your normal behaviour. Do you usually play sports at weekends? So modt weekends you do this!
Mar 12, 2025 11:31 AM
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