ever

IPA(Pronunciation)

/ˈɛvə/

Adverb

not-comparable informal

Always, frequently, forever. / Continuously, constantly, all the time (for the complete duration). / At any time. / In any way. / (informal) As intensifier following an interrogative word.

Japanese Meaning

常に、いつも / 頻繁に、絶えず / 永久に、永遠に / 一切の時間において / どのような方法でも / （非公式）疑問詞の後に用いられる強調語

What is this buttons?

He is ever willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.

Google Translation / DeepL Translation

彼は困っている人にはいつでも進んで手を貸してくれる。

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Sense（1）

Always, frequently, forever.

It was ever thus.

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Sense（2）

Continuously, constantly, all the time (for the complete duration).

People struggled to cope with the ever-increasing cost of living.

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Sense（3）

At any time.

If that ever happens, we’re in deep trouble

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Sense（4）

In any way.

How can I ever get there in time?

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Sense（5）

(informal) As intensifier following an interrogative word.

Was I ever glad to see you!

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