every

Intermediate

/ˈev.ri/

det
used when referring to all the members of a group of three or more

every in a sentence

  • “This enables me to find the best solution for every decision I make and every action I take.”
  • “The police want to interview every employee about the theft.”
  • “The show will be broadcast every weekday morning between 9.00 and 10.00.”
  • “We're open every day except Sunday.”

What does “every” mean?

every (det) means used when referring to all the members of a group of three or more. It is pronounced /ˈev.ri/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "every" mean?
every (det) means: used when referring to all the members of a group of three or more
How do you pronounce "every"?
"every" is pronounced /ˈev.ri/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "every" in a sentence?
Here is "every" used in a sentence: This enables me to find the best solution for every decision I make and every action I take.

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