How to pronounce always

Say it like this: /ˈɔl.weɪz/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈɔl.weɪz/

British/ˈɔːl.weɪz/

What does always mean?

advAt all times; throughout all time; since the beginning.

“God is always the same.”

Constantly during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals (opposed to sometimes or occasionally).

“In this street, the shops always close during lunchtime.”

if necessary, or if there is no better option; in any event.

“I thought I could always go back to work.”

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