1. Everyday vs Every day
everyday
Ordinary, usual, or unremarkable. It’s an adjective and comes before a noun.
These are my everyday pyjamas — the ones with the coffee stain that never comes out.
every day
Each day; daily.
I go for a run every day… and then somehow I don’t.
A useful tip:
- everyday = one word = an ordinary, usual thing
- every day = two words = how often (daily)
2. Anymore vs Any more
anymore
Any longer; used for something that has stopped happening.
I don’t answer the phone during dinner anymore — not since the fifth spam call about my car’s extended warranty.
any more
An additional quantity of something.
Do you want any more wine, or are we calling it a night?
A useful tip:
- anymore = time = something stopping
- any more = quantity = something extra
3. Awhile vs A while
awhile
For a short time. It’s an adverb and stands alone — it doesn’t need ‘for’ in front of it.
Stay awhile, the kettle’s already on.
a while
A period of time. It’s a noun phrase, often used after ‘for.’
It’s going to take a while to explain why there’s a chicken in my kitchen.
A useful tip:
- awhile = one word = stands alone
- a while = two words = often follows ‘for’
Quick Test — Can You Spot the Difference?
Try the interactive quiz below and see how you do!
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perfect exercises kat!
Thanks for the feedback, Joan!