Everyday vs. Every Day Concepts

In this video, Adam from engvid.com explains the difference between 'every day' and 'everyday'. 'Every day' is used as an adverb of frequency to describe regular habits, while 'everyday' is an adjective meaning common or unexciting. Adam provides examples to clarify these differences, such as brushing teeth 'every day' and 'everyday' glass stones. He also uses newspaper stories to illustrate the concepts further. The lesson concludes with a quiz on engvid.com.

What is the main focus of this lesson?

• The history of the English language.

• The difference between 'every day' and 'everyday'.

• The use of adverbs in English.

• Common English idioms.

How is 'every day' used in a sentence?

• As a verb to describe an action.

• As an adverb to describe frequency.

• As a noun to describe a day of the week.

• As an adjective to describe something common.

Which of the following is an example of 'every day'?

• An everyday occurrence.

• I go to the gym every day.

• A special event.

• An everyday item.

What does 'everyday' mean?

• Something that happens once a week.

• Something that is common or usual.

• Something that is very rare.

• Something that is extremely exciting.

How is 'everyday' pronounced differently from 'every day'?

• The second syllable is stressed more in 'everyday'.

• Both syllables are stressed equally.

• There is no difference in pronunciation.

• The first syllable is stressed more in 'everyday'.

What is the main difference between 'every day' and 'everyday'?

• 'Every day' is an adverb, 'everyday' is an adjective.

• Both are used as nouns.

• 'Every day' is an adjective, 'everyday' is an adverb.

• Both are used as verbs.

Which of the following is an example of 'everyday'?

• I brush my teeth every day.

• A special holiday.

• An everyday item like a toothbrush.

• I visit my grandmother every day.

Which of the following is NOT an example of 'everyday'?

• A usual item.

• A common occurrence.

• A typical day.

• A rare event.

What does the idiom 'run of the mill' mean?

• Something plain or ordinary.

• Something very rare.

• Something very expensive.

• Something very special.

In the example of the diamond ring, what was the glass stone described as?

• An everyday item.

• A unique piece.

• A valuable treasure.

• A rare find.