たまに~する
tama ni ~ suruTo do something infrequently or on rare occasions.
たまに映画を見に行きます
I occasionally go to see a movie.
彼はたまに仕事を休みます
He occasionally takes a day off from work.
This phrase is commonly used to describe actions that happen infrequently but are part of a regular routine.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage in Context
Use 'たまに~する' when talking about actions that happen infrequently but are part of your routine, such as hobbies or occasional habits.
⚡Gold Rule
Frequency Indication
This phrase is used to indicate that an action is not frequent but still happens from time to time.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the noun 'たま' (ball, sphere) which metaphorically represents something rare or occasional, combined with the verb 'する' (to do).
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is often used to describe actions that are not frequent but still part of a routine. It can also be used to soften a request or statement by implying it is not a regular occurrence.