often often /ˈɔfən/

adverb

1. () Many times at short intervals  ( oft , ofttimes [Archaic] , oftentimes [ N. American] , frequently , often )
   many times at short intervals
    We often met over a cup of coffee
   we often met over a cup of coffee
   
2. () Frequently or in great quantities  ( a great deal , often , much )
   frequently or in great quantities
    I don't drink much
   I don't drink much
    I don't travel much
   I don't travel much
   
3. In many cases or instances  ( often )
   in many cases or instances