everyday
word
/ˈɛvɹiˈdeɪ/
EV-ree-day
/ˈɛvɹɪdˌeɪ/
EV-ree-day
Definition
Used to describe things that are ordinary, common, or part of normal daily life. It is an adjective, different from 'every day,' which means each day.
Usage & Nuances
A very common learner mistake is confusing 'everyday' and 'every day.' Use 'everyday' before a noun: 'everyday clothes,' 'everyday life.' It usually means ordinary, not special, and is common in neutral everyday English.
Spanish: cotidiano - diarioPortuguese (BR): cotidiano - diárioPortuguese (PT): quotidiano - diárioChinese (Simplified): 日常的 - 每天的Chinese (Traditional): 日常的 - 每天的Hindi: रोज़मर्रा का - दैनिकArabic: يومي - اعتياديBengali: প্রাত্যহিক - দৈনন্দিনRussian: повседневный - обыденныйJapanese: 日常の - 普段のVietnamese: hằng ngày - thường ngàyKorean: 일상적인 - 평범한Turkish: gündelik - günlük (sıradan)Urdu: روزمرہ - معمولیIndonesian: sehari-hari - biasa
Example Sentences
These shoes are good for everyday use.
basic
She likes simple, everyday clothes.
basic
Stress is part of everyday life.
basic
It’s amazing how everyday moments can become your favorite memories.
natural
We’re so busy that even everyday tasks feel exhausting sometimes.
natural
The movie finds drama in everyday family life.
natural