The difference between Every and each

1. Scope of consideration

Every is to first think about the overall, and then consider all individuals; each is to first consider the overall, and then Consider individuals one by one.

2. Position in the sentence

each can be used before of or after the subject in the sentence; but every cannot be used in such a position in the sentence.

3. The singular and plural forms of the verb after each are different.

The verb after every is always in singular form; the verb before each is in singular form before the noun, and after the subject. 1. every

English [?evri] American [?vri]?

det.? Every; every; all possible; sufficient;

Extended example sentences

1. We are prepared to fight for every inch of territory.?

We are always ready to fight for every inch of territory.

2. More than six million youngsters tune in to Blockbusters every day.?

More than six million youngsters tune in to Blockbusters every day.

3. Every line etched on her face told a story of personal anguish.?

Every wrinkle on her face told a painful experience. 2. each

English [i:t?] American [it?]?

adj.? each; respective;

pron.? each ; Each;

Extended examples

1. Each family farms individually and reaps the benefit of its labor.?

Each family farms individually and reaps the benefit of its labor. the fruits of labor.

2. Each brick also slightly varies in tone, texture and size.?

Each brick also slightly varies in tone, texture and size.

3. Each month the total prize kitty is ?13.5 million.?

The total prize pool every month is ?13.5 million.