every day
/ˌevri ˈdeɪ/
Meaning
This expression means 'each day' or 'daily' and is used to describe actions that happen regularly. It is written as two separate words when acting as an adverbial phrase of time. It is highly common in daily conversations when discussing habits, schedules, and routines.
Examples
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I drink a cup of coffee every day before work.
I drink a cup of coffee every day before work.
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She practices the piano for an hour every day.
She practices the piano for an hour every day.
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Do you go to the gym every day?
Do you go to the gym every day?
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It seems to rain every day in this city.
It seems to rain every day in this city.
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We walk our dog in the park every day.
We walk our dog in the park every day.
Common Mistakes
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✗ I go for a run everyday.
✓ I go for a run every day.
Use the two-word 'every day' as an adverb to describe how often you do something. The single word 'everyday' is an adjective meaning ordinary or commonplace.
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✗ She studies English all every day.
✓ She studies English every day.
Do not combine 'all' and 'every day' in this way. You can say 'all day' (the whole day) or 'every day' (each day).
Related Expressions
Practice
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I try to read at least ten pages of a book ___.
💡 each day
Show answer
every day
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We see our neighbors almost ___.
💡 daily
Show answer
every day