Always vs. Allways — Which is Correct Spelling?
By Tayyaba Rehman & Fiza Rafique — Updated on March 19, 2024
The correct spelling is "always," not "allways." "Always" is an adverb meaning 'at all times' or 'on every occasion.'
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Which is correct: Always or Allways
How to spell Always?
Always
Correct Spelling
Allways
Incorrect Spelling
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Key Differences
Recall that "always" contains just one 'l.'
Associate “always” with the word “always” to recall it's not “all” the ways but “always” the way.
Think of "always" as two words: "al" + "ways" and not "all" + "ways."
Link the word "always" to a personal constant or routine to remember its consistency.
Remember, "Always be consistent" has a single 'l' in "always" and "be."
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How Do You Spell Allways Correctly?
Incorrect: They promised to be allways faithful.
Correct: They promised to be always faithful.
Incorrect: I will love you allways.
Correct: I will love you always.
Incorrect: We allways go to the beach in the summer.
Correct: We always go to the beach in the summer.
Incorrect: She allways forgets her keys.
Correct: She always forgets her keys.
Incorrect: He is allways late to meetings.
Correct: He is always late to meetings.
Always Definitions
Always denotes ‘at all times; invariably.’
She always wakes up at 7 am.
Always can be utilized for ‘in any event.’
You can always try again.
Always indicates ‘each time.’
He always forgets his keys.
Always may imply ‘as a last resort.’
There’s always the option to walk away.
At all times; on all occasions
The sun always rises in the east
As a last resort; failing all else
If the marriage doesn't work out, we can always get divorced
At all times; invariably
Always late.
For all time; forever
They will always be friends.
At any time; in any event
You can always resign if you're unhappy.
At all times; throughout all time; since the beginning.
God is always the same.
Green has always been my favorite color. I’ve loved it for as long as I can remember.
Airplanes did not always exist as a form of transportation.
Constantly during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals (opposed to sometimes or occasionally).
In this street, the shops always close during lunchtime.
(informal) In any event.
I thought I could always go back to work.
At all times; ever; perpetually; throughout all time; continually; as, God is always the same.
Even in Heaven his [Mammon's] looks and thoughts.
Constancy during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals; invariably; uniformly; - opposed to sometimes or occasionally.
He always rides a black galloway.
At all times; all the time and on every occasion;
I will always be there to help you
Always arrives on time
There is always some pollution in the air
Ever hoping to strike it rich
Ever busy
Seemingly without interruption; often and repeatedly;
Always looking for faults
It is always raining
He is forever cracking jokes
They are forever arguing
At any time or in any event;
You can always resign if you don't like it
You could always take a day off
Forever; throughout all time;
We will always be friends
I shall treasure it always
I will always love you
Always can suggest ‘forever,’ implying an infinite time.
We promised to be friends always.
Always Meaning in a Sentence
The sun always rises in the east.
I always start my day with a cup of coffee.
He always calls his parents on Sundays.
I always feel better after a long walk.
The dog always knows when it's time for his walk.
She always sings in the shower.
She always smiles when she sees a dog.
The teacher always gives us homework on Fridays.
We always choose the same restaurant for our anniversary.
He always forgets to turn off the lights.
The park always looks beautiful in the spring.
I always feel anxious before an exam.
He always helps his kids with their homework.
She always wears red to feel more confident.
I always check the weather before going out.
We always watch a movie together on Saturday nights.
They always say goodbye with a hug.
He always wears a hat when it's sunny.
We always laugh at the same jokes.
She always brings flowers when she visits.
The alarm clock always goes off too early.
She always takes her coffee black.
I always use a bookmark when I read.
They always take a family vacation during winter break.
He always makes time for his hobbies.
Always Idioms & Phrases
Always on my mind
Constantly thinking about someone or something.
Even when I'm busy, you're always on my mind.
Always in my heart
Forever loved or cherished by someone.
No matter where you go, you're always in my heart.
Always a silver lining
The idea that there is always a positive aspect to a bad situation.
Even though it rained on our picnic, the rain was needed. There's always a silver lining.
Always a step ahead
To be more advanced or to anticipate events before they happen.
In technology, you need to be always a step ahead.
Always the bridesmaid, never the bride
Someone who is often a close participant in an event but never the main person.
After attending all my friends' weddings, I feel like I'm always the bridesmaid, never the bride.
Always in the loop
To be continuously informed about what is happening.
Make sure to keep me always in the loop with the project updates.
History always repeats itself
The concept that events tend to happen again in the same way.
We must learn from our mistakes because history always repeats itself.
Always by your side
To remain close and supportive no matter what happens.
No matter what challenges we face, I'll always be by your side.
There's always tomorrow
A reminder that there is another opportunity to try again or improve.
Don't be too hard on yourself; there's always tomorrow.
Better late than never, but never late is always
It's good to do something late rather than not at all, but it's always best to be on time.
I know you forgot our anniversary, but you remembered today. Better late than never, but never late is always.
Always look on the bright side
To remain optimistic and see the positive in every situation.
Even when things get tough, I try to always look on the bright side.
Always on the ball
To be alert and efficient, managing situations well.
When it comes to crisis management, she's always on the ball.
Always two sides to every story
A reminder that every situation can be viewed in different ways.
Before you judge, remember there are always two sides to every story.
Always keep your chin up
To remain cheerful in a difficult situation.
No matter how hard it gets, always keep your chin up.
Always a catch
The idea that if something seems too good to be true, there's probably a hidden drawback.
The deal sounded perfect, but there's always a catch.
Always on the go
Someone who is very active or busy.
Between work, school, and volunteering, she's always on the go.
Always in motion
Continuously active or changing.
The world is always in motion, with new challenges and opportunities every day.
Always a work in progress
The idea that improvement and development are ongoing processes.
I'm always a work in progress, trying to be a better person each day.
Always the last to know
To be the person who is informed about something after everyone else.
Why am I always the last to know about the office gossip?
Always hit the ground running
To start a new venture or phase energetically and enthusiastically.
After his vacation, he always hits the ground running.
Common Curiosities
What is the verb form of always?
There isn't a verb form of "always."
Which vowel is used before always?
Depends on the preceding word, e.g., 'is always.'
What is the singular form of always?
"Always" does not have singular or plural forms.
Which conjunction is used with always?
"And" can be used, e.g., "She is kind and always helpful."
Why is it called always?
It comes from the Old English "ealne weg" meaning 'all the way' or 'wholly.'
What is the plural form of always?
"Always" does not have plural forms.
Which article is used with always?
No specific article is used with "always."
What is the root word of always?
The Old English phrase "ealne weg."
Which preposition is used with always?
No specific preposition is typically paired with "always."
What is the pronunciation of always?
/ˈɔːlweɪz/
Is always a noun or adjective?
No, "always" is not a noun or adjective.
Is always an abstract noun?
No.
What is a stressed syllable in always?
Ways.
Is always a negative or positive word?
Neutral.
Is always a collective noun?
No.
Is the word “always” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
Neither, it's an adverb.
What is the opposite of always?
Never.
Which determiner is used with always?
No specific determiner is used with "always."
Is always a vowel or consonant?
It is a word, not a single letter.
How many syllables are in always?
Two.
Is always an adverb?
Yes.
Is always a countable noun?
No.
Is the always term a metaphor?
No.
Is the word always imperative?
No.
Is the word always a Gerund?
No.
How is always used in a sentence?
She always arrives on time.
How do we divide always into syllables?
Al-ways.
What part of speech is always?
Adverb.
What is another term for always?
Perpetually.
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