Writing Tip 94: Everyday sins (“Everyday” vs. “Every day”)
We are only human. We sin every day. Or maybe I should reword that. “Sin” might be a bit strong. Perhaps I should say that we mistype “everyday” nearly every day. Do you know the difference between when it should be one word versus two?
Some rules are hard to remember, but this one shouldn’t be.
“Everyday” (one word) is simply an adjective, meaning something is commonplace, informal, or normal.
“Every day” (two words) is a time expression, meaning “each day.”
I might have started off this tip a little severe. No one’s going to anywhere hot and fiery for confusing these two words. But getting language right is a little bit of heaven, no?