every
グループの全員や全部を指すよ。例外なくすべてを含めるときに使うね。
Every refers to all individuals in a set, requiring a singular noun and verb.
30秒でわかる単語
- Used to include all members of a group individually.
- Always followed by a singular countable noun.
- Commonly used to describe frequency in time expressions.
Summary
Every refers to all individuals in a set, requiring a singular noun and verb.
- Used to include all members of a group individually.
- Always followed by a singular countable noun.
- Commonly used to describe frequency in time expressions.
Pair every with singular nouns
Always check that the noun following 'every' is singular. If the noun is plural, switch to 'all'.
Do not use with uncountable nouns
You cannot use 'every' with words like 'money', 'water', or 'information'. Use 'all' for these uncountable nouns instead.
Every in idiomatic expressions
English speakers use 'every' in many common idioms, such as 'every once in a while.' These phrases often imply habits or recurring events.
例文
4 / 4I go to the gym every day.
Every participant must sign the form.
Every little bit helps.
Every hypothesis was tested rigorously.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of 'every' as a camera lens zooming in on one person in a crowd, but you are still talking about the whole crowd. Every single one counts!
Overview
'Every' is a distributive determiner used to indicate that something applies to each member of a group. It is always followed by a singular countable noun. Unlike 'all,' which looks at a group as a whole, 'every' focuses on the individual components within that group. Usage Patterns: Because 'every' refers to individual items, the verb associated with the subject is almost always singular. For example, we say 'Every student is ready,' not 'are ready.' It cannot be used with uncountable nouns (e.g., you cannot say 'every water'). Common Contexts: It is extremely common in daily life for scheduling, such as 'every day' or 'every week,' and for expressing inclusivity in statements like 'every person counts.' It is also frequently used with time expressions to denote frequency. Similar Words Comparison: 'Every' is often confused with 'each' and 'all.' While 'every' and 'each' are very similar, 'each' emphasizes the individual identity of the members, whereas 'every' emphasizes the group as a whole. 'All' is used with plural nouns and refers to the entire group collectively. Understanding these nuances helps in selecting the most precise word for your intended meaning.
使い方のコツ
Every is a neutral determiner suitable for all registers. It is highly productive in time expressions like 'every week' or 'every year.' Remember that it cannot function as a standalone pronoun; you must add a suffix like '-one' or '-thing' to use it as a pronoun.
よくある間違い
The most common error is using a plural verb after 'every' because the speaker is thinking of a group. Another mistake is using 'every' with uncountable nouns like 'information' or 'furniture.' Always ensure the noun is countable and singular.
覚え方のコツ
Think of 'every' as a camera lens zooming in on one person in a crowd, but you are still talking about the whole crowd. Every single one counts!
語源
Derived from the Old English 'æfre ælc,' which literally translates to 'ever each.' It evolved through Middle English to denote the inclusive sense we use today.
文化的な背景
In English-speaking cultures, 'every' is used frequently in advertising and motivational speech to emphasize inclusivity. Phrases like 'everybody wins' are common in corporate and social settings.
例文
I go to the gym every day.
everydayEvery participant must sign the form.
formalEvery little bit helps.
informalEvery hypothesis was tested rigorously.
academic語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
every now and then
every once in a while
every cloud has a silver lining
よく混同される語
All is used with plural nouns and uncountable nouns to describe the group as a whole. Every is limited to individual members of a countable group.
Each focuses on the members of a group individually, one by one. Every focuses on the group as a whole, though it still requires a singular noun.
文法パターン
Pair every with singular nouns
Always check that the noun following 'every' is singular. If the noun is plural, switch to 'all'.
Do not use with uncountable nouns
You cannot use 'every' with words like 'money', 'water', or 'information'. Use 'all' for these uncountable nouns instead.
Every in idiomatic expressions
English speakers use 'every' in many common idioms, such as 'every once in a while.' These phrases often imply habits or recurring events.
自分をテスト
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.
___ student in the class passed the exam.
Every is followed by a singular countable noun (student).
Select the grammatically correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
Every requires a singular noun and a singular verb.
Reorder the words to form a sentence.
morning / every / coffee / I / drink
Both word orders are grammatically correct in English.
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よくある質問
4 問No, 'every' must always be followed by a singular countable noun. If you want to use a plural noun, use 'all' instead.
They are very similar, but 'each' focuses more on the individual, while 'every' focuses on the whole group. In most cases, they are interchangeable.
It takes a singular verb because it refers to the members one by one. For example: 'Every person has a ticket.'
No, 'every' is strictly a determiner and must be followed by a noun. You cannot say 'I saw every at the store'; you must say 'I saw everyone.'
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関連語彙
generalの関連語
about
A1'about'は、何かの話題について話すときや、おおよその量を表すときに使います。
above
A2何かの真上にある、より高い位置を示します。
accident
A2予期せず起こる悪い出来事で、損害や怪我につながることがあるものです。
action
A2目標を達成するために何かを実際に行うことだよ。
after
A2'after'は、時間的または場所的に、何かの後であることを意味します。
afterward
A2At a later or subsequent time.
again
A2'again'は、何かがもう一度起こる、繰り返されることを意味します。
aged
B1ある特定の年齢であること。人や物の年齢を表す時に使うよ。
alive
A2死んでおらず、生命活動をしている状態。
all
A2'all'は、物事の全体や、一つ残らずすべてを指します。
