I have been studying English for over five years. But the process wasn't continuous.I often took a break for a few months.I don't know how to write the preceeding sentence so that it wouldn't sound unnatural.I have several options:
- I have been studying English for over five years, with a few months' break every now and then.
I have been studying English for over five years. But there often were breaks of several months.
I have been studying English for over five years. But I often took a break for a few months.
I have been studying English for over five years. But I often took a few months' break.
I think the third sentence is the best. Also I really would appreciate if you could suggest a better option.