Everyday vs Every Day

Many English learners find everyday and every day confusing because they look similar but have different meanings and uses. Understanding the difference will help you write clearly and avoid common mistakes. In this lesson, you will learn how to recognise each form and choose the correct one in your sentences.

Every day, written as two separate words, refers to time and means each day. You can use it when talking about how often something happens. For example, you might say I study English every day to describe a daily habit.

Everyday, written as one word, is an adjective. It describes something ordinary, normal, or commonly used. You might say This is my everyday outfit to talk about something typical or usual for you. Because it functions as an adjective, it must come before a noun.

A good tip is to check whether you can replace the phrase with each day. If yes, you need the two-word form. If not, and the word describes a noun, choose the one-word adjective. With practice, you will start to notice the difference quickly. Mastering this pair will make your writing more accurate and your English more confident.